Sheringham Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Sheringham’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 39% below the UK average of 7.7. This positioning highlights the area’s relative safety compared to the national picture, though local factors contribute to the distinct profile of crime here. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 48.5% of total incidents, followed by other theft (15.2%) and anti-social behaviour (12.1%). The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter period, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely influenced these patterns. For instance, the relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (51% below the UK average) may reflect the smaller population and more community-oriented nature of Sheringham compared to larger urban centres. Similarly, the 40% below UK average for shoplifting suggests that local retail environments, possibly less concentrated than in major cities, contribute to this trend. However, the rise in other theft—25% above the UK average—could be linked to the influx of visitors during Easter. The overall crime rate, while lower than the national average, underscores the importance of maintaining targeted policing efforts in areas where local conditions may amplify specific types of crime.

April 2024 marked a sharp increase in other theft, which rose by 150% compared to the previous month, moving from two to five incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in both anti-social behaviour and public order offences, suggests a shift in the crime mix during the Easter period. While violent crimes remained the most common category (accounting for 48.5% of total incidents), their rate was 10% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, other theft was 25% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local factors such as increased retail activity during the Easter holiday. The significant decline in criminal damage and arson (a 66.7% drop) contrasts with the overall upward trend, illustrating the variability in crime patterns across different categories. These changes provide residents with a clearer picture of where to focus local safety efforts, particularly in addressing the surge in theft-related incidents.

Sheringham's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 26.8% compared to the previous month, increasing from 3.7 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This shift aligns with the Easter period, when increased foot traffic and outdoor activity may influence local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the built-up nature of Sheringham within North Norfolk. When scaled to the local population of 7,031, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 213 residents over the course of the month. While this rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the month-on-month increase underscores the importance of monitoring seasonal fluctuations in crime patterns. The context of a small coastal town with a mix of residential and tourism-related activity suggests that temporary spikes in visitor numbers during Easter could contribute to the observed changes.