Crime Statistics

Dersingham Crime Rate

+4.7%year-over-year

Crime is stable and LOW in Dersingham

Dersingham crime statistics: a low rate of 27.7 per 1,000 and an excellent safety score of 93/100, highlighting local safety.

Overall Crime Rate

27.7
Crimes per 1,000 people
stable trend

Property Crime Rate

5.6
Property crimes per 1,000 people
Includes burglary, theft, vandalism

How Dersingham Compares to UK Average

Overall Crime:27.7vs 93.4 UK avg
-65.7 per 1,000 people
Property Crime:5.6vs 33.2 UK avg
-27.6 per 1,000 people

Dersingham's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average

Based on population of 4,814 over 12 months

Crime Statistics Summary for Dersingham

Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.

Crime rates per 1,000 people in Dersingham
Overall Crime Rate27.7 per 1,000 people
Property Crime Rate5.6 per 1,000 people
UK Average Crime Rate93.4 per 1,000 people
UK Average Property Crime Rate33.2 per 1,000 people
Safety Score93 out of 100
Population4,814
Trendstable
Comparisonsignificantly lower than UK average
Crime Breakdown by Type in Dersingham
Crime TypeTotal CountPer 1,000 PeoplePercentage of Total
Violence and sexual offences5912.344%
Anti-social behaviour275.620%
Criminal damage and arson142.911%
Public order132.710%
Shoplifting71.45%
Drugs40.83%
Other theft40.83%
Other crime30.62%
Vehicle crime10.21%
Robbery10.21%

Introduction to Crime Statistics

Dersingham reports a remarkably low overall crime rate of 27.7 per 1,000 residents annually, significantly below the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. This outstanding safety record is reflected in its safety score of 93 out of 100, far surpassing the national average of 78. In terms of recent trends, Dersingham has experienced a stable period, with a slight increase of 4.7% year-over-year. This introduction provides a concise overview of the area's strong safety profile, setting the stage for a detailed examination of specific crime patterns.

Dersingham Safety Score

93
Very Safe
Safety Score out of 100

Dersingham has a good safety score compared to the UK average (78).

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Most Common Crimes in Dersingham

#1

Violence and sexual offences

Percentage:44%
Per 1,000:12.3
Total:59
#2

Anti-social behaviour

Percentage:20%
Per 1,000:5.6
Total:27
#3

Criminal damage and arson

Percentage:11%
Per 1,000:2.9
Total:14
#4

Public order

Percentage:10%
Per 1,000:2.7
Total:13
#5

Shoplifting

Percentage:5%
Per 1,000:1.4
Total:7

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Crime Type Analysis

In Dersingham, violence and sexual offences are the most frequent crime type, making up 44.4% of all recorded crimes, at a rate of 12.3 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, accounting for 20.3% (5.6 per 1,000), followed by criminal damage and arson at 10.5% (2.9 per 1,000). Property-related crime, encompassing burglary, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, registers a very low rate of 5.6 per 1,000 people per year. This is substantially below the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. For residents and homeowners, these figures indicate a very low risk of property crime, offering a high degree of reassurance.

Crime Types Breakdown

Violence and sexual offences
59 incidents (12.3 per 1,000)
Anti-social behaviour
27 incidents (5.6 per 1,000)
Criminal damage and arson
14 incidents (2.9 per 1,000)
Public order
13 incidents (2.7 per 1,000)
Shoplifting
7 incidents (1.4 per 1,000)
Drugs
4 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)
Other theft
4 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)
Other crime
3 incidents (0.6 per 1,000)
Vehicle crime
1 incidents (0.2 per 1,000)
Robbery
1 incidents (0.2 per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trend

↑ 63.2% change(over 12 months)
Dersingham
UK Average

Compare Dersingham with similar populations

Dersingham has a 70.3% lower crime rate than the UK average.

Crime Trends

Crime trends in Dersingham have shown a stable pattern over the past year, with a minor increase of 4.7% year-over-year. Monthly data reveals fluctuations in the crime rate per 1,000 residents, generally remaining very low. The period saw crime rates ranging from a low of 1.3 in February 2025 to a high of 4.0 in August 2025. The latter half of the period, from April to September 2025, shows rates between 1.7 and 4.0 per 1,000. This overall stability indicates that while there are minor monthly variations, the general crime landscape has not undergone significant shifts, maintaining a consistent level of safety for residents.

When Do Crimes Happen in Dersingham?

Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.

Simulated Data

This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Dersingham's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.

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What Types of Crime Happen When in Dersingham?

Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.

Based on Crime-Type Weighted Model

Morning

6am - 12pm

Other62%
Theft33%
Vehicle Crime4%
Burglary0%
Violence0%

Morning hours see a higher proportion of theft and some vehicle crime, potentially during commutes.

Afternoon

12pm - 6pm

Other60%
Theft39%
Vehicle Crime2%
Burglary0%
Violence0%

Afternoon crime continues with theft being the most prevalent property offence.

Evening

6pm - 12am

Other85%
Theft11%
Vehicle Crime4%
Burglary0%
Violence0%

Evenings show a sharp decrease in theft, with vehicle crime remaining a minor concern.

Night

12am - 6am

Other79%
Vehicle Crime13%
Theft8%
Burglary0%
Violence0%

Night-time indicates very low property crime, with minimal theft and vehicle-related incidents.

Simulated Data - Crime-Type Weighted Model

These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Dersingham's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Dersingham, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.

Crime Patterns Throughout the Day in Dersingham

Crime patterns in Dersingham show variations across the day. During the morning (6am-12pm), theft accounts for 33%, with vehicle crime at 4%. The afternoon (12pm-6pm) sees theft at 39% and vehicle crime at 2%. In the evening (6pm-12am), theft significantly drops to 11%, with vehicle crime at 4%. Night-time (12am-6am) is characterised by very low theft at 8% and vehicle crime at 13%. Burglary remains at 0% across all periods, highlighting its rarity. These patterns indicate that property-related crimes, when they occur, are more likely during daylight hours.

Crime Rates Near Kings Lynn And West Norfolk

Boston

27.2 miles

112.6
per 1,000
High Risk

Fenland

29.8 miles

92.4
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

South Holland

22.7 miles

75.1
per 1,000
Low Risk

Breckland

21.9 miles

57.1
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

North Norfolk

26.3 miles

46.5
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Broadland

33.0 miles

40.1
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Crime Rate Risk Levels

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Explore Nearby Areas

Ingoldisthorpe

1.4 miles

0.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Shepherd's Port

2.8 miles

0.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Hillington

3.9 miles

0.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Snettisham

2.1 miles

24.9
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Police Response Times in Dersingham

How quickly do police respond to emergencies?

Grade 1 (Immediate)

Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.

Grade 2 (Priority)

Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.

Grade 1 - Immediate

Emergency Response

14 minActual
Actual
14 min
Target
15 min
UK Average
15 min
1 min faster than target

Grade 2 - Priority

Priority Response

1h 13mActual
Actual
1h 13m
Target
1h
UK Average
1h
13 min slower than target

Active Officers

1,911

Each = 500 officers

Police Stations

Pending

Station count data is being collected

Why Response Time Matters

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2024 data
Mean response times
Source: FOI Request

How Does Dersingham Compare?

Perham Down

15.0
crimes per 1,000 people
45.8% safer than Dersingham

Tyldesley

0.4
crimes per 1,000 people
98.6% safer than Dersingham

Kingskerswell

50.8
crimes per 1,000 people
83.4% higher than Dersingham

Oakworth

67.4
crimes per 1,000 people
143.3% higher than Dersingham

Nearby Areas Comparison

When comparing Dersingham to nearby areas such as Ingoldisthorpe, Snettisham, Shepherd's Port, and Hillington, Dersingham consistently exhibits one of the lowest overall crime rates and highest safety scores. These surrounding settlements also tend to be rural or semi-rural, but Dersingham often stands out for its particularly strong safety profile. This regional comparison provides valuable context for residents and those considering the area, highlighting Dersingham's position as a very safe community within its local environment.

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Protecting Your Property in Dersingham

With Dersingham's exceptionally low property crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000, significantly below the UK average, residents enjoy a highly secure environment. Nevertheless, even in the safest areas, proactive security measures are paramount. Traditional security systems, such as Ring or Nest, primarily record incidents after a crime has occurred, rather than preventing it. If you are looking for true crime prevention, consider an AI-powered home security operating system like scOS. This system offers proactive protection by detecting threats at your property's boundary, stopping them before a break-in. With multi-camera intelligence, scOS watches all cameras simultaneously, learning your routines to identify real threats and avoid false alarms. Its autonomous response features, like activating lights and engaging speakers, destroy the element of surprise for potential intruders. The aim is to make burglars move on within 60 seconds, offering a professional-grade deterrence that goes beyond mere recording.

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Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Dersingham

4,392+
Areas Covered
19M+
Crime Records
100%
Official Sources

Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Dersingham. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.uk — Crime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National Statistics — Population statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home Office — Nationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI Requests — Additional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
Our system covers 4,392+ areas across England and Wales, including major urban centers, towns, and administrative regions. Data for Greater Manchester is currently unavailable. We refresh statistics immediately when official sources publish updates (generally every 8 weeks) and maintain archives for historical analysis.
Police.ukONSHome OfficeFOI

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Last updated: September 2025

New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months

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