Crime Rate in Upwell & Delph: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Upwell & Delph

The total recorded crimes in Upwell & Delph, King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK in February 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Upwell & Delph crime rate of 39.81 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 Upwell & Delph, encompassing approximately 401 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-44.44% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Upwell & Delph Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bardyke Bank with total crimes: 4
  • Ransome'S Close with total crimes: 2
  • Dovecote Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Upwell & Delph?

To understand the safety of Upwell & Delph, we need to analyze Upwell & Delph 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, Upwell & Delph demonstrated a lower crime volume than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 265 crimes compared to 326.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Upwell & Delph witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 34 other cities.

    • In 2023, Upwell & Delph had fewer crimes than the King's Lynn and West Norfolk average, with 257 crimes compared to 291. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Upwell & Delph witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 34 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Upwell & Delph has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Upwell & Delph Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Upwell & Delph has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 39.81 ranking 14th out of 34 in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Upwell & Delph crimes were 265. The crime rate of Upwell & Delph in 2024 was 659.37 (year) or 54.95 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Upwell & Delph were around 257 crimes with yearly crime rate of 639.46 (year) or 53.29 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the King's Lynn and West Norfolk.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (King's Lynn and West Norfolk)CrimesRank (King's Lynn and West Norfolk)CrimesRank (King's Lynn and West Norfolk)
St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas145 12,099 11,482 1
North Lynn59 3915 2948 2
South & West Lynn61 2821 3736 3
Fairstead34 5712 4618 4
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole35 4437 7374 7
Springwood17 11452 6446 5
Downham Old Town24 9528 5371 8
Gaywood North Bank15 16349 10388 6
Emneth & Outwell31 6412 8327 12
Gaywood Chase24 7408 9342 10
Gaywood Clock24 8317 11329 11
Hunstanton13 18280 13344 9
Airfield18 10195 22171 21
Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall14 17287 12299 14
The Woottons17 12246 17188 20
Gayton & Grimston11 24262 16301 13
Feltwell16 13196 21228 18
West Winch11 22269 14244 17
Watlington16 15128 26131 24
Heacham13 19215 19245 16
Terrington13 20218 18224 19
East Downham12 21204 20136 23
Brancaster10 25134 25155 22
Burnham Market & Docking11 23168 23120 26
Dersingham6 29141 24129 25
Methwold8 26116 27110 27
Snettisham8 2753 3586 29
Denver5 31115 2890 28
South Downham7 2890 2944 35
Wissey5 3089 3078 30
Clenchwarton3 3467 3373 31
Bircham with Rudhams5 3286 3170 32
North Downham3 3382 3246 34
Massingham with Castle Acre1 3559 3465 33

Upwell & Delph Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson 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 April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 106 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20259
December 20247
November 20247
October 202412
September 202410
August 20242
July 20245
June 202418
May 20248
April 20248
March 202415

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
April 20244
March 20241

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
March 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20241

A total of 25 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20244
March 20241

A total of 43 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20249
September 20244
August 202410
July 20246
May 20241
April 20242
March 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20242
May 20241

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20245
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. March 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241
March 20243

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20242

High Crime Locations Upwell & Delph in February 2025

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

1. Bardyke Bank (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. Ransome'S Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Public order1
3. Dovecote Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Townsend Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Tointons Road (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Downham Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Kemp'S Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Lode Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rectory Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Millfield (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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