King's Lynn Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of King's Lynn, the crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 in October 2023 means a 1-in-100 chance of experiencing a reported crime during the month. This rate, 25% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crime category—violence and sexual offences—accounted for 39.3% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.9 per 1,000, 44% above the national average. This suggests a high incidence of interpersonal conflict or targeted violence in the built-up area, potentially linked to factors such as alcohol consumption in public spaces or transient populations. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 1.3 per 1,000, and criminal damage and arson at 1.2 per 1,000, both significantly above UK averages. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, Halloween celebrations, and the clocks going back—likely contributes to increased visibility of anti-social acts and property damage, as outdoor activities shift earlier in the day. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime (42% below the UK average) and burglary (41% below) may indicate effective local measures or environmental deterrents, such as improved street lighting or community engagement in securing vehicles. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft and theft from the person, both 50% higher than previous months, raises questions about targeted vulnerabilities in public spaces, particularly during periods of increased foot traffic. The data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both persistent challenges and seasonal fluctuations, requiring nuanced approaches to community safety.

October saw significant increases in vehicle crime (+62.5%), bicycle theft (+50.0%), and theft from the person (+50.0%), with vehicle crime rising from 8 to 13 incidents. These jumps, though not unprecedented, suggest heightened vulnerability in areas with high vehicle density or during darker evenings. Conversely, other crime fell by 40.0% (from 10 to 6), and possession of weapons dropped 18.2% (from 11 to 9), indicating possible shifts in criminal activity focus. The breakdown of crimes reveals stark contrasts with the UK average: violence and sexual offences in King's Lynn are 44% above the national rate, while vehicle crime is 42% below. This divergence underscores the area's unique crime profile, where violent incidents dominate but property-related crimes remain below average. For residents, the spike in bicycle theft—now 1.8 per 1,000—may prompt increased use of secure storage solutions, particularly in areas with high student or commuter populations.

In October 2023, King's Lynn's crime rate rose 8.2% from the previous month's 9.3 per 1,000 to 10.0 per 1,000, reflecting a continued upward trend. This translates to roughly 16 crimes reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents affecting local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, suggests a persistent presence of criminal activity in the community. With a population of 49,941, the scale of this rate becomes more tangible: for every 1,000 residents, 10 crimes are recorded, compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This discrepancy highlights the area's distinct challenges, particularly in violent crime categories. The daily crime count, while a local metric, offers residents a concrete frame of reference for assessing risk—each day, the likelihood of encountering a crime is measurable, even if not immediate. This perspective is crucial for understanding how crime rates translate into lived experience, emphasizing the need for targeted community responses.