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 July 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall crime rate of 104.67 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (-4.76% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Possession of weapons: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall Crime Hotspots

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

  • High Road with total crimes: 4
  • Lynn Road with total crimes: 4
  • Dades Lane with total crimes: 4

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 July 2025 the Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 104.67 ranking 13th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall)CrimesRank (Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall)CrimesRank (Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall)
St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas156 12,099 11,482 1
North Lynn83 2915 2948 2
South & West Lynn53 4821 3736 3
Fairstead53 3712 4618 4
Springwood42 6452 6446 5
Downham Old Town22 16528 5371 8
Emneth & Outwell42 5412 8327 12
Gaywood North Bank23 15349 10388 6
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole35 7437 7374 7
Gaywood Clock33 8317 11329 11
Hunstanton28 11280 13344 9
Gaywood Chase28 12408 9342 10
West Winch31 9269 14244 17
Upwell & Delph30 10265 15257 15
Gayton & Grimston13 22262 16301 13
Terrington24 14218 18224 19
Heacham21 18215 19245 16
The Woottons8 26246 17188 20
Feltwell21 17196 21228 18
Airfield17 19195 22171 21
East Downham15 21204 20136 23
Burnham Market & Docking17 20168 23120 26
Brancaster8 27134 25155 22
Denver12 23115 2890 28
Watlington5 33128 26131 24
Dersingham9 24141 24129 25
North Downham8 2582 3246 34
Methwold6 31116 27110 27
South Downham7 2890 2944 35
Snettisham5 3253 3586 29
Wissey6 2989 3078 30
Bircham with Rudhams6 3086 3170 32
Clenchwarton4 3467 3373 31
Massingham with Castle Acre2 3559 3465 33

Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 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 (21 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 151 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 202521
May 202511
April 20256
March 202518
February 20256
January 202513
December 20249
November 202411
October 202412
September 202416
August 20248

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
December 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20256
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
September 20241
August 20248

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
August 20243

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
February 20252
December 20241

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 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

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 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 July 2025

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

1. High Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Lynn Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
3. Dades Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Aylmer Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. School Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Lynn Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Rustons Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Jubilee Lane (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
9. Bonnetts Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Short Fen Drove (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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