Sheringham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Sheringham's crime profile in June 2023 reflects a combination of seasonal dynamics and local characteristics. With an overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents — 40% below the UK average — the area continues to demonstrate a pattern of low-level crime that aligns with its status as a coastal town. The most prevalent offences were violence and sexual offences (44.4% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.9%) and public order issues (11.1%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal disputes and community disruptions, which may be influenced by the town's summer tourism season and the associated changes in local demographics. The low rate of property crimes (25% of total incidents) contrasts with national trends, potentially reflecting the area's smaller retail footprint and the absence of large commercial hubs that typically drive shoplifting. Seasonal context also plays a role: as the longest days of the year begin, the start of summer may contribute to increased foot traffic in public spaces, which could explain the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the area's crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating that local policing strategies and the town's character as a relatively isolated coastal community may act as natural deterrents to more severe criminal activity.

June 2023 saw three crime categories surge by 100% compared to May: shoplifting, other theft, and possession of weapons. This sharp increase in property-related offences may partly explain a shift in the crime mix, with property crimes (25%) now accounting for a smaller share of total incidents than violent crimes (44.4%). Violence and sexual offences in Sheringham remain 21% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, suggesting local factors — such as the town's coastal character and seasonal tourism — may temper violent crime rates. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, is 53% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's relative safety. For residents, the 100% rise in shoplifting highlights a need for vigilance in retail areas during the summer season, when visitor numbers begin to rise.

Sheringham's crime rate in June 2023 rose 33.3% compared to May's 3.8 per 1,000, reaching 5.1 per 1,000. This increase, though significant, remains 40% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged one reported incident per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the area's low-density built-up character. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 195 residents — a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The population context further illustrates this: with 7,031 residents, even a small rise in reported crimes translates to a manageable scale for local policing resources. This contrast with the UK average highlights Sheringham's unique position as a coastal town where tourism and seasonal rhythms may moderate crime patterns differently than in more densely populated regions.