WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Norfolk Constabulary Police

Crime in North Walsham West, North Norfolk

Comprehensive safety analysis for North Walsham West, localized within North Norfolk.

Total Crimes

39
trending_up +21.9% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

57.48per 1k
trending_up +2.9% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

5,228

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences19
Anti-social Behaviour11
Burglary3
Criminal Damage & Arson2
Vehicle Crime1
Other Theft1
Other Crime1
Public Order1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Nightclub Map
Anti-social behaviour: 3Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1
6
On or near Suffield Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4Anti-social behaviour: 1
5
On or near Duncan Way Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near King'S Arms Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Parking Area Map
Burglary: 2
2
On or near Headley Drive Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Foundry Court Map
Other crime: 1
1
On or near Recreation Road Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1
1
On or near Northfield Road Map
Anti-social behaviour: 1
1
On or near Conference/Exhibition Centre Map
Public order: 1
1

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City Ranking

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Local Rank

#29safest in North Norfolk

City Average

44.38per 1k

Local Policing

North Walsham

Norfolk Constabulary

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Local Priorities

We work with the community and local partners, while also looking at our own data, to come up with priorities for North Walsham for the next three months. These are currently:
Tackling antisocial behaviour, drug misuse and retail theft.

Issued: 12 Mar 2026

Status Update

An individual was arrested following numerous reports of theft and ASB. She is on police bail and has been issued a Community Protection Warning.

An man was arrested for antisocial/disorderly behaviour and is currently on police bail.

High-visibility reassurance patrols and engagement with various shops around crime prevention have also been conducted.

Foot patrols of new Sunday market and Thursday market in town centre.

E-scooter seized.

Seizure of cannabis from young male.

Stop search and arrest of male on suspicion of firearms possession.

Community Protection Warning issued to female following reports of theft and antisocial behaviour.

Acceptable Behaviour Agreement issued in relation to antisocial behaviour after visit to Sunny Corner with Victory Homes partners.

Three Community Resolutions issued after incidents of cannabis possession.

A shoplifter was arrested and charged for numerous thefts from shops in North Walsham.

Banning letters issued to individuals in relation to antisocial behaviour in library.

We have visited School Close, Knapton, with Victory Homes, due to reports to police and Victory of ASB, children fighting and parents arguing in the street. Acceptable Behaviour Contracts were issues and crime prevention was discussed with several residents.

Officers attended the Community Forum on Teams and numerous school staff and members of Childrens Services, Matthew Project and Benjamin Foundation spoken to about issues with ASB in the area.

Actioned: 21 May 2026

Engagement Events

JUL1

Online Neighbourhood Drop‑In - North Norfolk

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This online drop‑in is an opportunity for anyone living or working in North Norfolk to speak directly with a police officer about local issues or concerns. Anything raised will be passed to your local Beat Manager and used to help inform policing priorities across North Norfolk.

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6:30 PM — 7:30 PM

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Microsoft Teams. Email [email protected] for the joining link

AUG5

August Online Neighbourhood Drop‑In - North Norfolk

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This online drop‑in is an opportunity for anyone living or working in North Norfolk to speak directly with a police officer about local issues or concerns. Anything raised will be passed to your local Beat Manager and used to help inform policing priorities across North Norfolk.

schedule

6:30 PM — 7:30 PM

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Microsoft Teams. Email [email protected] for the joining link

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