Crime Rate in Burnham Market & Docking: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Burnham Market & Docking

The total recorded crimes in Burnham Market & Docking, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Burnham Market & Docking crime rate of 332.03 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 Burnham Market & Docking, encompassing approximately 51 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Burnham Market & Docking Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lowe'S Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Monks Close with total crimes: 2
  • Green Lane with total crimes: 1

How safe is Burnham Market & Docking?

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

  • Relative to King's Lynn and West Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Burnham Market & Docking demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 168 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Burnham Market & Docking recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Burnham Market & Docking had fewer crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 120 crimes compared to 291. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Burnham Market & Docking recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Burnham Market & Docking has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Burnham Market & Docking Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Burnham Market & Docking has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 332.03 ranking 20th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Burnham Market & Docking crimes were 168. The crime rate of Burnham Market & Docking in 2024 was 3281.25 (year) or 273.44 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Burnham Market & Docking were around 120 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2343.75 (year) or 195.31 (month) ranking 26 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Burnham Market & Docking)CrimesRank (Burnham Market & Docking)CrimesRank (Burnham Market & Docking)
St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas156 12,099 11,482 1
North Lynn83 2915 2948 2
South & West Lynn53 4821 3736 3
Fairstead53 3712 4618 4
Springwood42 6452 6446 5
Downham Old Town22 16528 5371 8
Emneth & Outwell42 5412 8327 12
Gaywood North Bank23 15349 10388 6
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole35 7437 7374 7
Gaywood Clock33 8317 11329 11
Hunstanton28 11280 13344 9
Gaywood Chase28 12408 9342 10
West Winch31 9269 14244 17
Upwell & Delph30 10265 15257 15
Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall26 13287 12299 14
Gayton & Grimston13 22262 16301 13
Terrington24 14218 18224 19
Heacham21 18215 19245 16
The Woottons8 26246 17188 20
Feltwell21 17196 21228 18
Airfield17 19195 22171 21
East Downham15 21204 20136 23
Brancaster8 27134 25155 22
Denver12 23115 2890 28
Watlington5 33128 26131 24
Dersingham9 24141 24129 25
North Downham8 2582 3246 34
Methwold6 31116 27110 27
South Downham7 2890 2944 35
Snettisham5 3253 3586 29
Wissey6 2989 3078 30
Bircham with Rudhams6 3086 3170 32
Clenchwarton4 3467 3373 31
Massingham with Castle Acre2 3559 3465 33

Burnham Market & Docking Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Burglary 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 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
March 20251
November 20241

A total of 58 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.44 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202512
May 20251
April 20255
March 20254
February 20259
January 20255
December 20246
November 20247

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
March 20251
December 20241

A total of 13 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241

A total of 1 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20241

High Crime Locations Burnham Market & Docking in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Burnham Market & Docking postcode area is presented below.

1. Lowe'S Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
2. Monks Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Green Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
4. Creake Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Crofts Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Bellamy'S Lane (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
7. Overy Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Gong Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mill Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Church Walk (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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