Crime Rate in Hunstanton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hunstanton

The total recorded crimes in Hunstanton, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in February 2026 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hunstanton crime rate of 2.21 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 Hunstanton, encompassing approximately 6,335 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Hunstanton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Waveney Close with total crimes: 3
  • Crescent Lane with total crimes: 2
  • South Promenade with total crimes: 1

How safe is Hunstanton?

To understand the safety of Hunstanton, we need to analyze Hunstanton 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, Hunstanton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 280 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hunstanton witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Hunstanton experienced a greater number of crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 344 crimes compared to 291. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hunstanton witnessed more crimes than 26 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, Hunstanton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hunstanton Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Hunstanton crimes were 280. The crime rate of Hunstanton in 2024 was 44.20 (year) or 3.68 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hunstanton were around 344 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.30 (year) or 4.52 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Hunstanton)CrimesRank (Hunstanton)CrimesRank (Hunstanton)
St. Margaret's with St. NicholasNA NA2,099 11,482 1
North LynnNA NA915 2948 2
South & West LynnNA NA821 3736 3
FairsteadNA NA712 4618 4
SpringwoodNA NA452 6446 5
Downham Old TownNA NA528 5371 8
Gaywood North BankNA NA349 10388 6
Walsoken, West Walton & WalpoleNA NA437 7374 7
Emneth & OutwellNA NA412 8327 12
Gaywood ChaseNA NA408 9342 10
Gaywood ClockNA NA317 11329 11
Tilney, Mershe Lande & WiggenhallNA NA287 12299 14
Gayton & GrimstonNA NA262 16301 13
West WinchNA NA269 14244 17
Upwell & DelphNA NA265 15257 15
HeachamNA NA215 19245 16
The WoottonsNA NA246 17188 20
FeltwellNA NA196 21228 18
TerringtonNA NA218 18224 19
East DownhamNA NA204 20136 23
AirfieldNA NA195 22171 21
BrancasterNA NA134 25155 22
Burnham Market & DockingNA NA168 23120 26
WatlingtonNA NA128 26131 24
DersinghamNA NA141 24129 25
MethwoldNA NA116 27110 27
DenverNA NA115 2890 28
SnettishamNA NA53 3586 29
South DownhamNA NA90 2944 35
WisseyNA NA89 3078 30
ClenchwartonNA NA67 3373 31
Bircham with RudhamsNA NA86 3170 32
North DownhamNA NA82 3246 34
Massingham with Castle AcreNA NA59 3465 33

Hunstanton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 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 January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
May 20251

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20264
December 20252
November 20252
October 20252
September 20251
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254

A total of 136 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.46 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 202612
December 20256
November 202512
October 202511
September 202516
August 202516
July 20257
June 202511
May 20258
April 20259
March 202518
February 20254

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20262
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20255
June 20254
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
November 20252
October 20252
September 20255
August 20252
July 20254
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20262
December 20252
October 20251
September 20251
July 20253
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20252
August 20252
July 20253
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
August 20251
July 20252

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20251
July 20251
June 20252
March 20251

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

High Crime Locations Hunstanton in February 2026

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

1. Waveney Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Crescent Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. South Promenade (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
4. Southend Road (Map)
Total1
Robbery1
5. Le Strange Terrace (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. St Edmund'S Terrace (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Hunstanton Bus Station (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Valentine Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. High Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Lincoln Street (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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