Crime Rate in Caister North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caister North

The total recorded crimes in Caister North, Great Yarmouth, UK in March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caister North crime rate of 2.21 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 Caister North, encompassing approximately 7,701 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Caister North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Arnold Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Plymouth Close with total crimes: 2
  • Charles Burton Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Caister North?

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

  • Relative to Great Yarmouth:

    • In 2024, Caister North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 214 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Caister North recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Caister North had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 184 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Caister North recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Caister North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Caister North has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 2.21 ranking 14th out of 16 in the Great Yarmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Caister North crimes were 214. The crime rate of Caister North in 2024 was 27.79 (year) or 2.32 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Caister North were around 184 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.89 (year) or 1.99 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Great Yarmouth)CrimesRank (Great Yarmouth)CrimesRank (Great Yarmouth)
Nelson210 13,147 12,958 1
Central and Northgate184 22,659 22,402 2
Southtown and Cobholm73 31,068 31,007 3
St Andrews55 5769 5651 4
Claydon60 4846 4650 5
Magdalen40 7625 6619 6
Yarmouth North45 6530 7545 7
Bradwell South and Hopton40 8498 8369 8
Lothingland20 13278 12341 9
Caister South25 12312 9308 10
Gorleston38 9303 10222 13
Ormesby28 10209 15189 15
West Flegg15 15172 16266 11
East Flegg7 16279 11212 14
Bradwell North27 11271 13239 12
Fleggburgh5 17118 17115 17

Caister North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (4 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
October 20241
August 20243
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 114 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20252
December 20246
November 20245
October 20248
September 202413
August 202411
July 202414
June 202412
May 202413
April 202417

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20254
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Caister North in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Caister North postcode area is presented below.

1. Arnold Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Plymouth Close (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Charles Burton Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Tyne Mews (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Malin Court (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Fastnet Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Alexander Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. John Woodhouse Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Dodd Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Pegasus Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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