Crime Rate in Ormesby: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ormesby

The total recorded crimes in Ormesby, Great Yarmouth, UK in July 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ormesby crime rate of 4.76 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 Ormesby, encompassing approximately 7,349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (242.86% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Ormesby Crime Hotspots

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

  • Beach Road with total crimes: 6
  • California Road with total crimes: 5
  • California Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Ormesby?

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

  • Relative to Great Yarmouth:

    • In 2024, Ormesby demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 209 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ormesby recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.

    • In 2023, Ormesby had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 189 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ormesby recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ormesby Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ormesby has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 4.76 ranking 8th out of 16 in the Great Yarmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Ormesby crimes were 209. The crime rate of Ormesby in 2024 was 130.76 (year) or 10.90 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ormesby were around 189 crimes with yearly crime rate of 101.50 (year) or 8.46 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ormesby)CrimesRank (Ormesby)CrimesRank (Ormesby)
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
Bradwell South and Hopton48 7498 8369 8
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

Ormesby 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 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 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 Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 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 (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 102 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 20257
May 202513
April 20258
March 202510
February 20255
January 20259
December 20245
November 20248
October 202413

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20253
March 20252
December 20242

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20254
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
January 20251
November 20243
October 20243

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 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
November 20241

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20242

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
November 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Ormesby in July 2025

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

1. Beach Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. California Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
3. California Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
4. Beck Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Lady Hamilton Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Rottenstone Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. California Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Old Coast Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Scratby Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft2

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