The total recorded crimes in Gorleston, Great Yarmouth, UK in July 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gorleston crime rate of 2.58 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 Gorleston, encompassing approximately 11,250 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Gorleston, we need to analyze Gorleston crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Great Yarmouth:
In 2024, Gorleston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 303 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Gorleston recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.
In 2023, Gorleston had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 222 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Gorleston recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Great Yarmouth, Gorleston has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In July 2025 the Gorleston has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 2.58 ranking 12th out of 16 in the Great Yarmouth, UK
In 2024, the total Gorleston crimes were 303. The crime rate of Gorleston in 2024 was 26.93 (year) or 2.24 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.
In 2023, the total crimes in Gorleston were around 222 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.73 (year) or 1.64 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.
| Area | July 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Gorleston) | Crimes | Rank (Gorleston) | Crimes | Rank (Gorleston) | |
| Nelson | 262 | 1 | 3,147 | 1 | 2,958 | 1 |
| Central and Northgate | 225 | 2 | 2,659 | 2 | 2,402 | 2 |
| Southtown and Cobholm | 74 | 4 | 1,068 | 3 | 1,007 | 3 |
| Claydon | 74 | 3 | 846 | 4 | 650 | 5 |
| St Andrews | 64 | 5 | 769 | 5 | 651 | 4 |
| Magdalen | 27 | 13 | 625 | 6 | 619 | 6 |
| Yarmouth North | 59 | 6 | 530 | 7 | 545 | 7 |
| Bradwell South and Hopton | 48 | 7 | 498 | 8 | 369 | 8 |
| Ormesby | 35 | 8 | 209 | 15 | 189 | 15 |
| Lothingland | 33 | 10 | 278 | 12 | 341 | 9 |
| Caister South | 32 | 11 | 312 | 9 | 308 | 10 |
| East Flegg | 33 | 9 | 279 | 11 | 212 | 14 |
| West Flegg | 17 | 16 | 172 | 16 | 266 | 11 |
| Bradwell North | 17 | 15 | 271 | 13 | 239 | 12 |
| Caister North | 25 | 14 | 214 | 14 | 184 | 16 |
| Fleggburgh | 4 | 17 | 118 | 17 | 115 | 17 |
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 5 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 5 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 5 |
| June 2025 | 13 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 5 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 18 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
A total of 77 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 12 |
| June 2025 | 13 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 8 |
| March 2025 | 11 |
| February 2025 | 9 |
| January 2025 | 5 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 5 |
A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 4 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 3 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.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
A total of 3 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.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gorleston postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 4 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |