Crime Rate in Lancaster South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lancaster South

The total recorded crimes in Lancaster South, North Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lancaster South crime rate of 4.99 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 Lancaster South, encompassing approximately 6,820 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Lancaster South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bridge Street with total crimes: 5
  • Heather Barrow Court with total crimes: 3
  • Wensum Way 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 areas in the North Norfolk.

    • 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 areas in the North Norfolk.

  • 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 July 2025 the Lancaster South has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 4.99 ranking 6th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lancaster South)CrimesRank (Lancaster South)CrimesRank (Lancaster South)
Cromer Town44 3537 1534 1
Bacton51 1286 9283 8
North Walsham East40 4439 3470 2
North Walsham West36 5443 2421 3
Beeston Regis & The Runtons46 2437 4417 4
Stalham33 7342 5406 5
Walsingham27 8299 8287 7
Holt16 14308 7269 9
Trunch24 9153 17166 15
Hoveton & Tunstead17 13206 13227 10
Stody6 25279 10207 12
Sheringham South22 10200 14183 13
Gresham12 18261 11213 11
Lancaster North20 11234 12172 14
Mundesley19 12187 15159 17
Coastal15 15130 20134 18
Wells with Holkham15 16160 16160 16
Sheringham North14 17149 19128 19
Suffield Park9 21152 18107 22
Priory12 1999 2496 23
Briston4 29108 22119 20
Poppyland10 20100 2358 28
The Raynhams6 24118 21111 21
Hickling9 2298 2692 25
Roughton8 2387 2796 24
Happisburgh5 2698 2583 26
Worstead4 2778 2864 27
St Benet's4 2848 3048 30
Erpingham3 3067 2952 29
Stibbard3 3142 3143 31
North Walsham Market Cross1 3227 3225 32

Lancaster South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 129 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202516
May 202512
April 202513
March 202512
February 20257
January 20256
December 20247
November 20248
October 202412
September 20244
August 202414

A total of 53 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
April 20257
March 20259
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
February 20251
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
April 20253
March 20251
November 20241
August 20244

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 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

High Crime Locations Lancaster South in July 2025

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

1. Bridge Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
2. Heather Barrow Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Wensum Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Poppyfields (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Station Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Baron'S Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Old Post Office Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
8. Massey Court (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mill Court (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Clover Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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