Exercise Increased Caution
“Exercise increased cautionin the United Kingdom due to terrorism. There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in the United Kingdom.”
Updated Wed, 09 Sep 2026
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Is Great Yarmouth safe? 🇬🇧
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Great Yarmouth 🇬🇧
United Kingdom · Assessed 6 November 2026
74
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime66/100FairCrime index 49.2 / 100
Sentiment58/100FairMixed to Negative
Advisories75Good
Stability81Good
Health90Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
Exercise a high degree of caution
“Canada's official risk level for United Kingdom: exercise a high degree of caution.”
Updated 2026-10-05T14:33:12.1948964-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Fair
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
40 / 100 (Mixed to Negative)
40
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
63k residents
90
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
1.1 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6United Kingdom1.1World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
93
Robbery / mugging
ModeratePolice data for September 2026 showed 2 robberies reported within a mile of Great Yarmouth's center.
Pickpocketing
ModerateTheft from the person, including pickpocketing, is a risk, with 2 incidents reported near the town center in September 2026.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed to Negative
58/100
Reported feel40Mixed to Negative
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Online discussions suggest a perception of Great Yarmouth as a place with significant socio-economic challenges and higher crime rates in certain pockets, though tourist areas are generally considered safer.
Great Yarmouth presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, with specific concerns related to crime and the general terrorism threat in the UK.
While generally safe for tourists, Great Yarmouth faces socio-economic challenges leading to higher crime rates in certain areas. Official advisories highlight a general terrorism risk across the UK, requiring increased caution.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Storm Boelo caused major disruption across Norfolk.— Eastern Daily Press
- Nov 2026Greenpeace ship docks at Norfolk port after protest against sea trawling.— Great Yarmouth Mercury
- Jul 2026Great Yarmouth's high streets have become a front for organised crime.— Eastern Daily Press
- Jan 2026Great Yarmouth robbery and man's death linked by police.— BBC
Common scams
- Fake holiday or accommodation scams
- Distraction theft in crowded areas
Full briefing
Great Yarmouth presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, with specific concerns related to crime and the general terrorism threat in the UK. While the town's overall safety index is high, local crime statistics and online sentiment reveal underlying issues.
Recent police data from September 2026 indicated a moderate number of robberies and pickpocketing incidents within a mile of the town center. Online discussions suggest that while tourist areas like the 'Golden Mile' and Gorleston-on-Sea are generally family-friendly, some residential pockets face higher crime rates due to socio-economic challenges. Travelers should remain vigilant, particularly in busy areas and after dark.
Official government advisories for the UK, including those from the US and Canada, recommend exercising increased caution due to a heightened terrorism threat. While violent crime against tourists is rare, travelers are advised to be aware of their surroundings, secure valuables, and avoid large gatherings if concerned. The risk of scams, such as fake holiday offers or distraction theft, is also present.
For emergencies, dial 999 or 112. Non-emergency police matters can be reported to 101. Travelers should also be aware of potential weather disruptions, as evidenced by recent storm activity in the region.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Great Yarmouth districts for visitors: 2 safer, 3 needing caution. See them plotted on the Great Yarmouth safety map.
Town CentrecautionHigher crime rates reported, including violence and anti-social behaviour; organized crime presence noted.
Central WardscautionStruggle with urban decay and higher crime rates compared to tourist areas.
Residential Pockets (General)cautionSome residential areas experience higher crime rates due to socio-economic challenges.
Golden MilesaferGenerally welcoming and family-friendly, a primary tourist area.
Gorleston-on-SeasaferConsidered a welcoming and family-friendly destination.
07 · After Dark
Is Great Yarmouth safe at night?
Police data for September 2026 showed 2 robberies reported within a mile of Great Yarmouth's center.
After dark, be most careful around Town Centre, Central Wards, Residential Pockets (General). Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Great Yarmouth safety FAQ (2026)
Is Great Yarmouth safe right now (2026)?
Great Yarmouth presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, with specific concerns related to crime and the general terrorism threat in the UK. While generally safe for tourists, Great Yarmouth faces socio-economic challenges leading to higher crime rates in certain areas. Official advisories highlight a general terrorism risk across the UK, requiring increased caution. (Assessed 6 November 2026.)
Is Great Yarmouth safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Great Yarmouth report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Great Yarmouth should tourists avoid?
Areas with high reported crime rates (specific street data available via local police reports, but generally central wards and some residential pockets).. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Great Yarmouth (2026)?
- Fake holiday or accommodation scams
- Distraction theft in crowded areas
How does Great Yarmouth compare with other places in United Kingdom (2026)?
Great Yarmouth ranks #9 of 9 United Kingdom destinations we've assessed, scoring 74/100. See the United Kingdom safety overview for the full list.
How is this great-yarmouth safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 12+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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