Sheringham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Sheringham's crime rate for November 2025 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 39.7% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure, while significantly lower than the national benchmark, reveals a complex picture shaped by seasonal factors and local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 51.6% of all reported incidents—16 cases in total. This category's rate of 2.3 per 1,000 is 11% below the UK average, suggesting local measures may be mitigating some risks. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 16.1% of the total, with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—34% below the UK average. The area's character as a coastal town with seasonal events likely influences these patterns. November, marked by Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have contributed to increased tensions and opportunistic behaviour. However, the overall low crime rate reflects a generally safe environment, with property crimes accounting for just 22.6% of the total (7 cases). The area's small population and rural-adjacent location may also contribute to lower overall rates compared to densely populated urban centres. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category, its rate is lower than the UK average, indicating potential effectiveness in community policing or local initiatives. The seasonal context of November—dark evenings, temporary spikes in foot traffic, and event-related disturbances—may have played a role in shaping the crime profile for this month.

November 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in 'other crime' (from zero to one case), suggests emerging challenges that warrant attention. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 25%, increasing from four to five cases, potentially linked to the area's seasonal events and increased foot traffic during Black Friday. Conversely, violent and sexual offences decreased by 23.8%, dropping from 21 to 16 cases. This decline, while positive, may be partly explained by the month's darker evenings reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. The category of 'other theft' remained lower than the UK average, with a rate of 0.1 per 1,000—80% below the national figure. This stark contrast highlights the area's relative safety in this category, due to its small population and lower retail density compared to urban centres. Residents should be particularly vigilant around public spaces during evening hours, given the rise in public order offences and the continued prevalence of violent crime. The breakdown also shows that property crimes, though lower in absolute numbers, remain a concern in the context of the area's coastal retail presence. These trends underscore the need for community awareness and targeted interventions during periods of heightened activity.

Sheringham's crime rate in November 2025 (4.4 per 1,000) marked a 6.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests a slight improvement in local conditions. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period—a low frequency that aligns with its overall status as a relatively safe built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 7,031 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 227 residents. This figure, while seemingly low, should be contextualised within the month's specific dynamics. The rise in public order offences and anti-social behaviour, though not overwhelming, indicates that localized challenges persist. The UK average of 7.3 per 1,000 provides a useful benchmark, highlighting Sheringham's position as a below-average area in terms of overall crime. However, the comparison must be nuanced: while violent crime is 11% below the UK average, the area's unique demographic profile—small population, coastal location, and seasonal tourism—shapes its crime profile differently than larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the absolute numbers, residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average. This relative safety should not preclude vigilance, particularly during events that draw crowds or disrupt normal patterns. The contrast between Sheringham's monthly exposure and the UK average underscores the importance of tailoring local crime prevention strategies to the area's specific characteristics.