Crime Rate in Gayton & Grimston: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gayton & Grimston

The total recorded crimes in Gayton & Grimston, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gayton & Grimston crime rate of 49.45 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 Gayton & Grimston, encompassing approximately 262 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-10.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
Gayton & Grimston Crime Hotspots

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

  • Back Road with total crimes: 2
  • River Road with total crimes: 2
  • Lynn Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Gayton & Grimston?

To understand the safety of Gayton & Grimston, we need to analyze Gayton & Grimston 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, Gayton & Grimston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 262 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gayton & Grimston witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Gayton & Grimston experienced a greater number of crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 301 crimes compared to 291. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Gayton & Grimston witnessed more crimes than 22 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, Gayton & Grimston has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Gayton & Grimston Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Gayton & Grimston has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 49.45 ranking 22th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Gayton & Grimston crimes were 262. The crime rate of Gayton & Grimston in 2024 was 996.58 (year) or 83.05 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gayton & Grimston were around 301 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1144.92 (year) or 95.41 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gayton & Grimston)CrimesRank (Gayton & Grimston)CrimesRank (Gayton & Grimston)
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
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
Burnham Market & Docking17 20168 23120 26
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

Gayton & Grimston 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 Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 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 Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 93 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202510
May 20255
April 202511
March 20254
February 20251
January 20258
December 20245
November 20249
October 202417
September 20247
August 20247

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20253
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20255
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 8 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241

High Crime Locations Gayton & Grimston in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gayton & Grimston postcode area is presented below.

1. Back Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. River Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Lynn Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Harvestile Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Winch Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hall Farm Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Church Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hawthorne Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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