Crime Rate in Lancaster South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lancaster South

The total recorded crimes in Lancaster South, North Norfolk, UK in March 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lancaster South crime rate of 4.69 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 Lancaster South, encompassing approximately 6,820 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Lancaster South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Market Place with total crimes: 4
  • Thorn Road with total crimes: 3
  • Baron'S Hall Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lancaster South?

To understand the safety of Lancaster South, we need to analyze Lancaster South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to North Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Lancaster South reported a higher crime volume than the North Norfolk average, with 315 crimes compared to 203. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Lancaster South witnessed more crimes than 26 out of 31 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lancaster South experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Norfolk average, with 323 crimes compared to 192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Lancaster South witnessed more crimes than 26 out of 31 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Norfolk, Lancaster South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Lancaster South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lancaster South has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 4.69 ranking 3th out of 31 in the North Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Lancaster South crimes were 315. The crime rate of Lancaster South in 2024 was 46.19 (year) or 3.85 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lancaster South were around 323 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.36 (year) or 3.95 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Norfolk)CrimesRank (North Norfolk)CrimesRank (North Norfolk)
Cromer Town24 6537 1534 1
Beeston Regis & The Runtons78 1437 4417 4
North Walsham East24 7439 3470 2
North Walsham West24 8443 2421 3
Stalham43 2342 5406 5
Holt29 4308 7269 9
Stody27 5279 10207 12
Walsingham17 12299 8287 7
Bacton11 17286 9283 8
Lancaster North22 9234 12172 14
Hoveton & Tunstead15 14206 13227 10
Mundesley20 10187 15159 17
Gresham18 11261 11213 11
Sheringham South16 13200 14183 13
Trunch9 19153 17166 15
Coastal15 15130 20134 18
Wells with Holkham12 16160 16160 16
Suffield Park6 22152 18107 22
Sheringham North11 18149 19128 19
Briston5 23108 22119 20
Erpingham7 2067 2952 29
The Raynhams6 21118 21111 21
Priory3 2999 2496 23
Poppyland5 24100 2358 28
Roughton5 2587 2796 24
Hickling3 2898 2692 25
Happisburgh5 2698 2583 26
Worstead1 3278 2864 27
St Benet's4 2748 3048 30
Stibbard2 3042 3143 31
North Walsham Market Cross2 3127 3225 32

Lancaster South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 14 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 131 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 20256
December 20247
November 20248
October 202412
September 20244
August 202414
July 202414
June 202420
May 202412
April 202415

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 20248
July 20243
June 202412
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
May 20241

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20246
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 31 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242
July 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244
May 20244

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Lancaster South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lancaster South postcode area is presented below.

1. Market Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Thorn Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Baron'S Hall Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Hall Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Police Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ratcliffe Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
7. Jubilee Avenue (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wensum Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Clover Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Norwich Road (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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