Crime Rate in Caister South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caister South

The total recorded crimes in Caister South, Great Yarmouth, UK in February 2026 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caister South crime rate of 4.79 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 South, encompassing approximately 3,550 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Caister South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Charles Close with total crimes: 4
  • Gedge Road with total crimes: 3
  • Gilbert Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Caister South?

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

  • Relative to Great Yarmouth:

    • In 2024, Caister South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Great Yarmouth average, with 312 crimes compared to 723.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Caister South had fewer crimes than the Great Yarmouth average, with 308 crimes compared to 663. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Caister South recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the Great Yarmouth.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Caister South Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Caister South crimes were 312. The crime rate of Caister South in 2024 was 87.87 (year) or 7.32 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

In 2023, the total crimes in Caister South were around 308 crimes with yearly crime rate of 86.74 (year) or 7.23 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Great Yarmouth.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Caister South)CrimesRank (Caister South)CrimesRank (Caister South)
NelsonNA NA3,147 12,958 1
Central and NorthgateNA NA2,659 22,402 2
Southtown and CobholmNA NA1,068 31,007 3
St AndrewsNA NA769 5651 4
ClaydonNA NA846 4650 5
MagdalenNA NA625 6619 6
Yarmouth NorthNA NA530 7545 7
Bradwell South and HoptonNA NA498 8369 8
LothinglandNA NA278 12341 9
GorlestonNA NA303 10222 13
West FleggNA NA172 16266 11
East FleggNA NA279 11212 14
Bradwell NorthNA NA271 13239 12
Caister NorthNA NA214 14184 16
OrmesbyNA NA209 15189 15
FleggburghNA NA118 17115 17

Caister South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 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 2 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20251
October 20253
September 20253
August 20252
July 20254
June 20253
May 20253
April 20253
February 20251

A total of 140 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.77 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20265
December 20259
November 202521
October 20258
September 20259
August 20257
July 202519
June 202515
May 202512
April 202511
March 202515
February 20252

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20253
August 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20254

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20264
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20251
August 20252
June 20254
May 20254
April 20251
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20252
November 20252
October 20253
September 20252
August 20252
July 20253
April 20251

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
November 20253
August 20253
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20251
October 20251
April 20251

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20253
August 20252
July 20253
June 20252
February 20252

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20252
June 20251

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
February 20251

High Crime Locations Caister South in February 2026

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

1. Charles Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
2. Gedge Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Gilbert Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Baxter Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
6. Charlock Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. Solent Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Victoria Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. High Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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