The total recorded crimes in West Flegg, Great Yarmouth, UK in March 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Flegg crime rate of 22.18 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 West Flegg, encompassing approximately 676 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of West Flegg, we need to analyze West Flegg crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Great Yarmouth:
In 2024, West Flegg demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 172 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, West Flegg recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.
In 2023, West Flegg had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 266 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, West Flegg recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Great Yarmouth, West Flegg has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the West Flegg has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 22.18 ranking 15th out of 16 in the Great Yarmouth, UK
In 2024, the total West Flegg crimes were 172. The crime rate of West Flegg in 2024 was 254.33 (year) or 21.19 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.
In 2023, the total crimes in West Flegg were around 266 crimes with yearly crime rate of 393.32 (year) or 32.78 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Great Yarmouth) | Crimes | Rank (Great Yarmouth) | Crimes | Rank (Great Yarmouth) | |
| Nelson | 210 | 1 | 3,147 | 1 | 2,958 | 1 |
| Central and Northgate | 184 | 2 | 2,659 | 2 | 2,402 | 2 |
| Southtown and Cobholm | 73 | 3 | 1,068 | 3 | 1,007 | 3 |
| St Andrews | 55 | 5 | 769 | 5 | 651 | 4 |
| Claydon | 60 | 4 | 846 | 4 | 650 | 5 |
| Magdalen | 40 | 7 | 625 | 6 | 619 | 6 |
| Yarmouth North | 45 | 6 | 530 | 7 | 545 | 7 |
| Bradwell South and Hopton | 40 | 8 | 498 | 8 | 369 | 8 |
| Lothingland | 20 | 13 | 278 | 12 | 341 | 9 |
| Caister South | 25 | 12 | 312 | 9 | 308 | 10 |
| Gorleston | 38 | 9 | 303 | 10 | 222 | 13 |
| Ormesby | 28 | 10 | 209 | 15 | 189 | 15 |
| East Flegg | 7 | 16 | 279 | 11 | 212 | 14 |
| Bradwell North | 27 | 11 | 271 | 13 | 239 | 12 |
| Caister North | 17 | 14 | 214 | 14 | 184 | 16 |
| Fleggburgh | 5 | 17 | 118 | 17 | 115 | 17 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 5 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (2 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 108 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 7 |
| December 2024 | 13 |
| November 2024 | 11 |
| October 2024 | 10 |
| September 2024 | 10 |
| August 2024 | 7 |
| July 2024 | 9 |
| June 2024 | 18 |
| May 2024 | 5 |
| April 2024 | 5 |
A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 4 |
| November 2024 | 5 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the West Flegg postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 4 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 4 |
| Total | 2 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |