Crime Rate in Yarmouth North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Yarmouth North

The total recorded crimes in Yarmouth North, Great Yarmouth, UK in March 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Yarmouth North crime rate of 6.64 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 Yarmouth North, encompassing approximately 6,778 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (10.53% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Yarmouth North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5
  • Keyes Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Chaucer Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Yarmouth North?

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

  • Relative to Great Yarmouth:

    • In 2024, Yarmouth North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 530 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Yarmouth North witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Yarmouth North had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 545 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Yarmouth North witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Yarmouth North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Yarmouth North has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 6.64 ranking 6th out of 16 in the Great Yarmouth, UK

In 2024, the total Yarmouth North crimes were 530. The crime rate of Yarmouth North in 2024 was 78.19 (year) or 6.52 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Yarmouth North were around 545 crimes with yearly crime rate of 80.41 (year) or 6.70 (month) ranking 7 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
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
Caister North17 14214 14184 16
Fleggburgh5 17118 17115 17

Yarmouth 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 (21 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 19 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (9 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
October 20242
September 20244
August 20244
July 20243
June 20246
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 237 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202519
January 202513
December 202418
November 20248
October 202425
September 202414
August 202416
July 202420
June 202434
May 202418
April 202431

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20246
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 82 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20256
December 20247
November 20247
October 20245
September 20246
August 20243
July 20245
June 202412
May 202415
April 20247

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20257
January 202510
December 20246
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 25 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20246
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 70 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20257
December 20245
November 20249
October 202411
September 20245
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
May 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Yarmouth North in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Keyes Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Chaucer Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Royal Avenue (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Other crime1
5. Harley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Milton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Beatty Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hawkins Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Caister Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Caystreward (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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