Crime Rate in Bradwell South and Hopton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bradwell South and Hopton

The total recorded crimes in Bradwell South and Hopton, Great Yarmouth, UK in July 2025 are around 48 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bradwell South and Hopton crime rate of 13.68 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Bradwell South and Hopton, encompassing approximately 3,509 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (450.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-36.36% decrease)
Bradwell South and Hopton Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • St Vincent Walk with total crimes: 6
  • Bishops Walk with total crimes: 3
  • Darnell Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Bradwell South and Hopton?

To understand the safety of Bradwell South and Hopton, we need to analyze Bradwell South and Hopton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Great Yarmouth:

    • In 2024, Bradwell South and Hopton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 498 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Bradwell South and Hopton witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.

    • In 2023, Bradwell South and Hopton had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 369 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Bradwell South and Hopton witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Great Yarmouth, Bradwell South and Hopton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Bradwell South and Hopton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bradwell South and Hopton has recorded 48 crimes with crime rate of 13.68 ranking 7th out of 16 in the Great Yarmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Bradwell South and Hopton crimes were 498. The crime rate of Bradwell South and Hopton in 2024 was 141.92 (year) or 11.83 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bradwell South and Hopton were around 369 crimes with yearly crime rate of 105.16 (year) or 8.76 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bradwell South and Hopton)CrimesRank (Bradwell South and Hopton)CrimesRank (Bradwell South and Hopton)
Nelson262 13,147 12,958 1
Central and Northgate225 22,659 22,402 2
Southtown and Cobholm74 41,068 31,007 3
Claydon74 3846 4650 5
St Andrews64 5769 5651 4
Magdalen27 13625 6619 6
Yarmouth North59 6530 7545 7
Ormesby35 8209 15189 15
Lothingland33 10278 12341 9
Caister South32 11312 9308 10
East Flegg33 9279 11212 14
Gorleston29 12303 10222 13
West Flegg17 16172 16266 11
Bradwell North17 15271 13239 12
Caister North25 14214 14184 16
Fleggburgh4 17118 17115 17

Bradwell South and Hopton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20243

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 172 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 17.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202512
May 202521
April 202521
March 202525
February 20258
January 202511
December 202414
November 202424
October 202420

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
March 20252
February 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20246

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202511
May 20253
April 20256
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20246
October 20241

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Bradwell South and Hopton in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bradwell South and Hopton postcode area is presented below.

1. St Vincent Walk (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Bishops Walk (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Darnell Close (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Drugs1
4. Tarragon Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. St Nicholas Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
6. Mulberry Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Parkland Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Manor Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Old Church Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Culley Way (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1

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