Sheringham Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Sheringham’s overall crime rate in October 2023 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 66.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This marked discrepancy underscores the area’s status as a relatively safe built-up coastal town within North Norfolk, where tourism and seasonal events typically influence local crime dynamics. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.5%) and other theft (10.5%). The persistent dominance of violent crime over property-related offences may reflect the town’s character as a small, closely knit community where interpersonal disputes and seasonal social interactions could contribute to such patterns. October’s seasonal context—darker evenings, the clocks going back, and the approach of Halloween—likely influenced the crime profile, with public order and anti-social behaviour incidents rising during the month. However, the data shows a significant reduction in violent crime compared to previous months, a trend that may be linked to heightened community engagement or targeted policing efforts around local festivals. The low crime rate, particularly in property crimes, is consistent with Sheringham’s coastal geography, where limited retail and commercial activity may reduce opportunities for shoplifting or vehicle crime. This contrast with the UK average highlights the area’s unique socio-economic profile, where a smaller population and lower population density contribute to a crime environment distinct from larger urban centres.

Violence and sexual offences saw the most significant month-on-month reduction, dropping by 57.9% from 19 to 8 cases. This decline may reflect the impact of Halloween-related community events or increased police presence during the festive season. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose by 100%, with two incidents reported in October compared to one in September, possibly linked to seasonal maintenance activities or vandalism associated with increased foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 50%, a trend consistent with the area’s generally low crime profile. Sheringham’s violent crime rate of 1.1 per 1,000 is 59% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour incidents are 77% lower than the national rate. These figures reinforce the area’s comparative safety, despite the small increase in property-related offences.

Sheringham's crime rate in October 2023 fell to 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 40.7% drop from the previous month's 4.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal transition into shorter days and the onset of Halloween, which may have influenced community activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime per 370 residents highlights the area’s safety profile, particularly in a built-up coastal context where tourism and seasonal events typically drive higher crime rates. This figure underscores that Sheringham’s crime experience remains markedly distinct from the UK average, where residents face significantly higher exposure to criminal activity.