The total recorded crimes in West Flegg, Great Yarmouth, UK in February 2026 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Flegg crime rate of 11.83 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 Feb 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 areas in the Great Yarmouth.
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 areas in the Great Yarmouth.
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 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 | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (West Flegg) | Crimes | Rank (West Flegg) | Crimes | Rank (West Flegg) | |
| Nelson | NA | NA | 3,147 | 1 | 2,958 | 1 |
| Central and Northgate | NA | NA | 2,659 | 2 | 2,402 | 2 |
| Southtown and Cobholm | NA | NA | 1,068 | 3 | 1,007 | 3 |
| St Andrews | NA | NA | 769 | 5 | 651 | 4 |
| Claydon | NA | NA | 846 | 4 | 650 | 5 |
| Magdalen | NA | NA | 625 | 6 | 619 | 6 |
| Yarmouth North | NA | NA | 530 | 7 | 545 | 7 |
| Bradwell South and Hopton | NA | NA | 498 | 8 | 369 | 8 |
| Lothingland | NA | NA | 278 | 12 | 341 | 9 |
| Caister South | NA | NA | 312 | 9 | 308 | 10 |
| Gorleston | NA | NA | 303 | 10 | 222 | 13 |
| East Flegg | NA | NA | 279 | 11 | 212 | 14 |
| Bradwell North | NA | NA | 271 | 13 | 239 | 12 |
| Caister North | NA | NA | 214 | 14 | 184 | 16 |
| Ormesby | NA | NA | 209 | 15 | 189 | 15 |
| Fleggburgh | NA | NA | 118 | 17 | 115 | 17 |
February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (1 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (2 incidents) also being high.
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.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 27 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 4 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 4 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 79 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 3 |
| January 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 7 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 5 |
| September 2025 | 5 |
| August 2025 | 10 |
| July 2025 | 12 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| May 2025 | 7 |
| April 2025 | 6 |
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the West Flegg postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |