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 May 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hunstanton crime rate of 2.84 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Hunstanton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cliff Terrace with total crimes: 4
  • Southend Road with total crimes: 1
  • Parking Area 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 May 2025 the Hunstanton has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 2.84 ranking 17th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hunstanton)CrimesRank (Hunstanton)CrimesRank (Hunstanton)
St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas183 12,099 11,482 1
North Lynn94 2915 2948 2
South & West Lynn65 3821 3736 3
Fairstead34 6712 4618 4
Downham Old Town47 4528 5371 8
Springwood41 5452 6446 5
Gaywood North Bank22 13349 10388 6
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole25 11437 7374 7
Emneth & Outwell31 7412 8327 12
Gaywood Clock29 8317 11329 11
Gaywood Chase21 14408 9342 10
Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall27 9287 12299 14
Heacham26 10215 19245 16
Terrington23 12218 18224 19
Gayton & Grimston16 18262 16301 13
West Winch15 19269 14244 17
Upwell & Delph18 16265 15257 15
The Woottons19 15246 17188 20
Feltwell12 21196 21228 18
East Downham10 25204 20136 23
Methwold12 20116 27110 27
Airfield9 28195 22171 21
Brancaster8 32134 25155 22
South Downham12 2290 2944 35
Burnham Market & Docking8 29168 23120 26
Clenchwarton11 2367 3373 31
Watlington10 24128 26131 24
Dersingham8 30141 24129 25
Denver10 26115 2890 28
Wissey9 2789 3078 30
Snettisham2 3553 3586 29
Bircham with Rudhams6 3486 3170 32
North Downham8 3182 3246 34
Massingham with Castle Acre7 3359 3465 33

Hunstanton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 118 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20259
March 202518
February 20254
January 20256
December 202410
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 202414
July 202410
June 202412
May 20248

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20254
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245
July 20246
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20242
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 38 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20248

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20248

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 20242

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20246
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Hunstanton in May 2025

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

1. Cliff Terrace (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Southend Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Crescent Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. Le Strange Terrace (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. St Edmund'S Terrace (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Homefields Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. High Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Austin Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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