Crime Rate in Terrington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Terrington

The total recorded crimes in Terrington, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in February 2026 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Terrington crime rate of 16.48 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 Terrington, encompassing approximately 788 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Terrington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Alan Jarvis Way with total crimes: 6
  • Ashfield Court with total crimes: 1
  • Moat Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Terrington?

To understand the safety of Terrington, we need to analyze Terrington 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, Terrington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 218 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Terrington had fewer crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 224 crimes compared to 291. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Terrington recorded fewer crimes than 18 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, Terrington has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Terrington Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Terrington crimes were 218. The crime rate of Terrington in 2024 was 276.44 (year) or 23.04 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Terrington were around 224 crimes with yearly crime rate of 284.05 (year) or 23.67 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Terrington)CrimesRank (Terrington)CrimesRank (Terrington)
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
HunstantonNA NA280 13344 9
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
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

Terrington 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 5 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 12 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Possession of weapons incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 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 (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 5 incidents, and Possession of weapons was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20263
January 20263
December 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20251
June 20253
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 143 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 202610
December 20258
November 202514
October 202512
September 20255
August 20258
July 202512
June 202530
May 202515
April 202511
March 20258
February 20255

A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20264
November 20251
September 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
October 20251
September 20253
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
January 20261
October 20251

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
September 20252
April 20251

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
November 20251
August 20252
June 20251

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20253
October 20253
September 20251
August 20252
July 20254
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252

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

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20251
August 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20251

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
February 20252

High Crime Locations Terrington in February 2026

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

1. Alan Jarvis Way (Map)
Total6
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Ashfield Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Moat Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Hay Green Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Marshland Street (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
8. Cobbs Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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