Crime Rate in Gayton & Grimston: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gayton & Grimston

The total recorded crimes in Gayton & Grimston, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in February 2026 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gayton & Grimston crime rate of 68.47 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 Gayton & Grimston, encompassing approximately 262 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gayton & Grimston Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pentney Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Church View Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Brow Of The Hill with total crimes: 2

How safe is Gayton & Grimston?

To understand the safety of Gayton & Grimston, we need to analyze Gayton & Grimston 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, Gayton & Grimston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 262 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gayton & Grimston witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 34 other areas in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Gayton & Grimston experienced a greater number of crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 301 crimes compared to 291. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Gayton & Grimston witnessed more crimes than 22 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, Gayton & Grimston has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Gayton & Grimston Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Gayton & Grimston crimes were 262. The crime rate of Gayton & Grimston in 2024 was 996.58 (year) or 83.05 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gayton & Grimston were around 301 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1144.92 (year) or 95.41 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Gayton & Grimston)CrimesRank (Gayton & Grimston)CrimesRank (Gayton & Grimston)
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
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

Gayton & Grimston 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 11 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 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 11 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (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 (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 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 (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20253
September 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20264
December 20251
November 20252
October 20251
August 20252
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20253

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20252
October 20251

A total of 120 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.23 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202611
January 202611
December 202511
November 202510
October 202513
September 20258
August 202516
July 20259
June 202510
May 20255
April 202511
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20262
December 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252

A total of 34 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
November 20252
October 20255
September 20254
August 20256
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20254
October 20255
September 20255
August 20251
June 20255
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20252
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
February 20253

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
July 20251
May 20253
February 20251

High Crime Locations Gayton & Grimston in February 2026

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

1. Pentney Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
2. Church View Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Brow Of The Hill (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Back Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Archer Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Tumbleyhill Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Lime Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Church Lane (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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