Crime Rate in Gaywood Clock: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gaywood Clock

The total recorded crimes in Gaywood Clock, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gaywood Clock crime rate of 14.06 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 Gaywood Clock, encompassing approximately 2,346 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-9.52% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gaywood Clock Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bagge Road with total crimes: 5
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4
  • Ailmar Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Gaywood Clock?

To understand the safety of Gaywood Clock, we need to analyze Gaywood Clock 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, Gaywood Clock demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 317 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gaywood Clock witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Gaywood Clock experienced a greater number of crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 329 crimes compared to 291. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Gaywood Clock witnessed more crimes than 24 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, Gaywood Clock has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Gaywood Clock Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Gaywood Clock has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 14.06 ranking 8th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Gaywood Clock crimes were 317. The crime rate of Gaywood Clock in 2024 was 135.10 (year) or 11.26 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gaywood Clock were around 329 crimes with yearly crime rate of 140.21 (year) or 11.68 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gaywood Clock)CrimesRank (Gaywood Clock)CrimesRank (Gaywood Clock)
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
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
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

Gaywood Clock 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Other theft 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 (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Possession of weapons incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

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

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20252
April 20254
March 20259
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
October 20247
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 147 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202521
May 202515
April 20255
March 202514
February 202513
January 20256
December 20245
November 202414
October 20246
September 202417
August 202412

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.18 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
August 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Gaywood Clock in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gaywood Clock postcode area is presented below.

1. Bagge Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Ailmar Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Dawber Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Pleasance Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Gaywood Hall Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Larkspur Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bailey Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Hall View Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Thurlin Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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