Sheringham Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2025, Sheringham's crime profile revealed a striking imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating at 56.3% of all reported incidents. This pattern diverges from typical coastal town trends, where property crime often prevails during peak tourist seasons. The area's overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 43.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that highlights its relative safety. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 18 incidents (2.6 per 1,000), significantly below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. This suggests that local factors—such as the town's compact built-up area and proximity to the North Sea—may contribute to a lower incidence of violent crime compared to larger urban centres. Meanwhile, property crimes numbered 8, with shoplifting and burglary both below UK averages. The seasonal context of August, a peak month for tourism and empty homes, likely influences crime patterns, though the absence of a major spike in property crime contrasts with expectations. Anti-social behaviour, at 5 incidents (0.7 per 1,000), was 52% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's small population and community cohesion. These statistics illustrate a town where violent crime remains a concern, albeit at a level far below national benchmarks, with property crime playing a secondary but still significant role in the local crime profile.

August 2025 saw a sharp 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, with incidents rising from 2 to 5. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary and theft from the person, contrasts with a 50% drop in public order offences. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 56.3% of all incidents—marks a notable shift from the usual property-crime focus in coastal towns. Violent crime rates in Sheringham were 9% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 52% lower. These figures suggest a complex relationship between local demographics and crime patterns, with the 18 reported violent incidents (2.6 per 1,000) highlighting the need for targeted community engagement. The 8 property crimes recorded—compared to the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000—indicate a relatively balanced distribution between violent and non-violent crime, albeit with violent crime still prevailing. Residents may find the 52% UK average gap for anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it aligns with Sheringham's character as a tourist destination where such incidents are often mitigated by seasonal visitor presence.

Sheringham's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, an 11.1% decline from the previous month's 5.1 per 1,000. This monthly decrease aligns with typical seasonal patterns observed in coastal towns, where summer tourism may temporarily displace local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime every 31 days, translating to a localised frequency of 1 crime per day across Sheringham's 7,031 residents. Over the course of the month, this equated to one reported crime for roughly every 220 residents. When scaled to the population, this suggests that the likelihood of any individual resident being directly involved in a crime remains relatively low. gap between Sheringham's rate and the UK average underscores the area's distinct safety profile. The contrast with national trends becomes even starker when considering specific categories: anti-social behaviour in Sheringham was 52% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson were 19% above. These divergences reflect the unique interplay between Sheringham's coastal character and broader national crime patterns.