Sheringham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Sheringham’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 28.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance positions the area as one of the safer parts of the country, though the nature of its crime profile reveals specific vulnerabilities. Property crimes, particularly burglary, accounted for 56.1% of all incidents, a stark contrast to the UK’s 0.3 per 1,000 rate. The local burglary rate of 3.3 per 1,000—900% above the national average—suggests a unique challenge for the area, possibly linked to its coastal location and the seasonal rhythm of tourism. Violent crime, however, remains comparatively low, with violence and sexual offences at 0.7 per 1,000, 74% below the UK average. This imbalance may reflect the town’s character as a resort area, where property crime often outpaces violent incidents. October’s darker evenings and Halloween likely contributed to increased burglary attempts, as residents and visitors alike may have been more vulnerable during extended periods of darkness. The seasonal context also aligns with the drop in shoplifting, which fell by 50%—a trend consistent with reduced foot traffic during the early autumn. While the overall crime rate remains encouragingly low, the sharp rise in burglary and violent offences highlights the need for targeted measures to address these specific trends.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. Similarly, criminal damage and arson surged by the same percentage, highlighting a concerning trend in property-related crimes. Burglary, the most common offence, jumped 100% from zero to 23 cases, a figure 900% above the UK average. This stark contrast to the UK's 0.3 per 1,000 rate underscores Sheringham's unique challenges. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by half, and public order offences dropped by 40%, suggesting targeted efforts may be mitigating certain issues. The spike in violent crime, despite overall rates being below the UK average, raises questions about local factors such as seasonal transitions or community dynamics. These shifts reflect a combination of crime types, with property crimes dominating but violent incidents showing troubling growth.

Sheringham's crime rate in October 2024 rose significantly compared to September, jumping from 2.3 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents—a 155.7% increase. This shift underscores a marked uptick in criminal activity. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day in October, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate—1 crime per 171 residents—provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the sharp rise from the previous month suggests a need for vigilance. The population of 7,031 means that each resident’s likelihood of being directly affected by crime is relatively low, yet the sudden surge in specific categories like burglary and violence warrants attention.