Crime Rate in North Walsham West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Walsham West

The total recorded crimes in North Walsham West, North Norfolk, UK in March 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Walsham West crime rate of 4.40 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 North Walsham West, encompassing approximately 5,448 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-38.46% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
North Walsham West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Yarmouth Road with total crimes: 2
  • Fuller Road with total crimes: 2
  • Cherry Tree Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is North Walsham West?

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

  • Relative to North Norfolk:

    • In 2024, North Walsham West reported a higher crime volume than the North Norfolk average, with 443 crimes compared to 203. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, North Walsham West witnessed more crimes than 30 out of 31 other cities.

    • In 2023, North Walsham West experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Norfolk average, with 421 crimes compared to 192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, North Walsham West witnessed more crimes than 29 out of 31 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

North Walsham West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the North Walsham West has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 4.40 ranking 8th out of 31 in the North Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total North Walsham West crimes were 443. The crime rate of North Walsham West in 2024 was 81.30 (year) or 6.78 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Walsham West were around 421 crimes with yearly crime rate of 77.26 (year) or 6.44 (month) ranking 3 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
Stalham43 2342 5406 5
Lancaster South32 3315 6323 6
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

North Walsham West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 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).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
September 20242
April 20241

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 199 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202513
January 202521
December 202412
November 202415
October 202411
September 202421
August 202410
July 202422
June 202430
May 202418
April 202418

A total of 67 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20244
September 202410
August 20247
July 20244
June 202414
May 20244
April 20247

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 41 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
July 20248
June 20246
May 20246
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
July 20242
June 202412
April 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

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

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
September 20243
July 20241
June 20242
April 20248

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
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations North Walsham West in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the North Walsham West postcode area is presented below.

1. Yarmouth Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
2. Fuller Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Cherry Tree Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Regents Court (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. A149 (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Headley Drive (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
7. Nightclub (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Market Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
10. Ketts Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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