Crime Rate in Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall

The total recorded crimes in Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in May 2025 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall crime rate of 108.70 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 Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall, encompassing approximately 248 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall Crime Hotspots

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

  • High Road with total crimes: 6
  • Aylmer Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3

How safe is Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall?

To understand the safety of Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall, we need to analyze Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall 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, Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 287 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall experienced a greater number of crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 299 crimes compared to 291. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall witnessed more crimes than 21 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, Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall has recorded 27 crimes with crime rate of 108.70 ranking 9th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall crimes were 287. The crime rate of Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall in 2024 was 1155.39 (year) or 96.28 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall were around 299 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1203.70 (year) or 100.31 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall)CrimesRank (Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall)CrimesRank (Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall)
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
Hunstanton18 17280 13344 9
Gaywood Chase21 14408 9342 10
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

Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, 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 (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 168 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20256
March 202518
February 20256
January 202513
December 20249
November 202411
October 202412
September 202416
August 20248
July 20249
June 202438
May 202411

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
February 20252
December 20241

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
September 20241
August 20248
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 202410
May 20243

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
July 20243

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244

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

MonthCount
December 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall postcode area is presented below.

1. High Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
2. Aylmer Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Walton Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
5. Low Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
6. Lynn Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Fallow Pipe Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hiltons Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Cowslip Walk (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Burnt Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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