The total recorded crimes in Hickling, North Norfolk, UK in March 2025 are around 3 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hickling crime rate of 14.99 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 Hickling, encompassing approximately 200 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Hickling, we need to analyze Hickling crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to North Norfolk:
In 2024, Hickling demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Norfolk average, with 98 crimes compared to 203.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hickling recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 31 other cities.
In 2023, Hickling had fewer crimes than the North Norfolk average, with 92 crimes compared to 192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hickling recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 31 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in North Norfolk, Hickling has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the Hickling has recorded 3 crimes with crime rate of 14.99 ranking 28th out of 31 in the North Norfolk, UK
In 2024, the total Hickling crimes were 98. The crime rate of Hickling in 2024 was 489.76 (year) or 40.81 (month) ranking it 26 dangerous area in the North Norfolk.
In 2023, the total crimes in Hickling were around 92 crimes with yearly crime rate of 459.77 (year) or 38.31 (month) ranking 25 most dangerous area in the North Norfolk.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (North Norfolk) | Crimes | Rank (North Norfolk) | Crimes | Rank (North Norfolk) | |
| Cromer Town | 24 | 6 | 537 | 1 | 534 | 1 |
| Beeston Regis & The Runtons | 78 | 1 | 437 | 4 | 417 | 4 |
| North Walsham East | 24 | 7 | 439 | 3 | 470 | 2 |
| North Walsham West | 24 | 8 | 443 | 2 | 421 | 3 |
| Stalham | 43 | 2 | 342 | 5 | 406 | 5 |
| Lancaster South | 32 | 3 | 315 | 6 | 323 | 6 |
| Holt | 29 | 4 | 308 | 7 | 269 | 9 |
| Stody | 27 | 5 | 279 | 10 | 207 | 12 |
| Walsingham | 17 | 12 | 299 | 8 | 287 | 7 |
| Bacton | 11 | 17 | 286 | 9 | 283 | 8 |
| Lancaster North | 22 | 9 | 234 | 12 | 172 | 14 |
| Hoveton & Tunstead | 15 | 14 | 206 | 13 | 227 | 10 |
| Mundesley | 20 | 10 | 187 | 15 | 159 | 17 |
| Gresham | 18 | 11 | 261 | 11 | 213 | 11 |
| Sheringham South | 16 | 13 | 200 | 14 | 183 | 13 |
| Trunch | 9 | 19 | 153 | 17 | 166 | 15 |
| Coastal | 15 | 15 | 130 | 20 | 134 | 18 |
| Wells with Holkham | 12 | 16 | 160 | 16 | 160 | 16 |
| Suffield Park | 6 | 22 | 152 | 18 | 107 | 22 |
| Sheringham North | 11 | 18 | 149 | 19 | 128 | 19 |
| Briston | 5 | 23 | 108 | 22 | 119 | 20 |
| Erpingham | 7 | 20 | 67 | 29 | 52 | 29 |
| The Raynhams | 6 | 21 | 118 | 21 | 111 | 21 |
| Priory | 3 | 29 | 99 | 24 | 96 | 23 |
| Poppyland | 5 | 24 | 100 | 23 | 58 | 28 |
| Roughton | 5 | 25 | 87 | 27 | 96 | 24 |
| Happisburgh | 5 | 26 | 98 | 25 | 83 | 26 |
| Worstead | 1 | 32 | 78 | 28 | 64 | 27 |
| St Benet's | 4 | 27 | 48 | 30 | 48 | 30 |
| Stibbard | 2 | 30 | 42 | 31 | 43 | 31 |
| North Walsham Market Cross | 2 | 31 | 27 | 32 | 25 | 32 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2024 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 3 incidents.
In November 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 5
In October 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (1 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 35 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 5 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| August 2024 | 5 |
| July 2024 | 5 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 4 |
A total of 15 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 5 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| April 2024 | 3 |
A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hickling postcode area is presented below.