Crime in Gunton & St Margarets, East Suffolk
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Lyndhurst Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 8 | 8 |
| On or near Hollingsworth Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 6 | 6 |
| On or near Godetia Court Map | Violence and sexual offences: 5Theft from the person: 1 | 6 |
| On or near Minos Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Blyford Road Map | Other crime: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Hubbard'S Loke Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Stubbs Wood Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Westhall Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Stoven Close Map | Public order: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Pleasurewood Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
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Local Priorities
To work with partner agencies, retailers and businesses to reduce criminal offences and Anti Social behaviour in our Town Centres.
Issued: 16 Mar 2026
Status Update
High Visible patrols have been conducted in our town centre both during the daytime trading hours and during late evenings.
Officers have engaged with local retailers, businesses, banks, restaurants, cafes and licensed premises to understand local concerns, encourage reporting and gather intelligence.
Lowestoft Police are working with Lowestoft B.I.D to help reduce town centre related issues.
Lowestoft Police are working with partner organisations to tackle the sale of illegal tobacco and illegal vapes.
Positive action will be taken against those who commit crime and cause harassment, alarm and distress to others.
Actioned: 16 Mar 2026
To provide a visible policing presence in our public open spaces, including parks, play areas and coastal areas.
Issued: 16 Mar 2026
Status Update
Police are patrolling our local open spaces to ensure these areas are safe and feel safe to others.
Actioned: 16 Mar 2026
To reduce the illegal and dangerous use of e-bikes, e-scooters and non-road worthy off road bikes through targeted enforcement, education and partnership working.
Issued: 16 Mar 2026
Status Update
Following reports of off-road motorbikes/dirt bikes being ridden around Lowestoft Police have conducted patrols and seized various vehicles. Follow up action is now being taken against those involved.
Actioned: 16 Mar 2026
Engagement Events
Street Meet
meetingCome and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.
11:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Gunton Community Centre Hollingsworth Road Lowestoft
Street Meet
meetingCome and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.
10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
Outside Aldi Millennium Way Lowestoft
Street Meet
meetingCome and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.
12:00 PM — 1:00 PM
Outside Tesco Hollingsworth Road Lowestoft
Street Meet
meetingCome and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.
11:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Outside Jesters Normanston Park Lowestoft
Street Meet
meetingCome and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.
11:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Inside Foyer Water Lane Leisure Centre Lowestoft
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