King's Lynn Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 100 residents in King's Lynn, 1.08 crimes were reported in October 2024, a rate 33.3% higher than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of encountering 17 reported crimes across the built-up area, with nearly 40% of incidents falling under violence and sexual offences. The seasonal shift into darker evenings and Halloween events likely contributed to the spike in anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 11.2% of all crimes. While violent crime remains the most prominent category, the disproportionate prevalence of drug-related offences (169% above the UK average) and possession of weapons (186% above the UK average) highlights specific vulnerabilities in the area. These figures suggest that localised factors—such as the town's mix of retail activity, nightlife, and commuter traffic—interact with seasonal rhythms to shape crime patterns. The 6.5% increase in vehicle crime compared to the previous month, despite a 36% deficit against the UK average, may reflect transient populations or unsecured parking in high-traffic zones. The contrast between rising weapon possession and falling burglary rates (70% below the UK average) further indicates shifting criminal priorities, possibly influenced by the town's economic profile and policing strategies.

October 2024 saw a 175% increase in reported possession of weapons, jumping from 4 to 11 incidents. This surge, alongside an 114% rise in vehicle crime (7 to 15), suggests evolving criminal activity patterns. Shoplifting decreased by 32.3% (65 to 44), possibly due to seasonal retail focus or increased security measures. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 40%, aligning with the town's 70% deficit against the UK average for this category. The breakdown of violent crime—4.4 per 1,000 residents, 65% above the UK average—underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. A resident might find the 25% above UK average for shoplifting (0.9 per 1,000) particularly relevant, as it indicates that one in every 1,111 shoppers could face theft during peak retail hours. These fluctuations reflect the combination of local demographics, seasonal events, and enforcement efforts.

King's Lynn's crime rate in October 2024 (10.8 per 1,000) marked a 5.7% increase from the previous month's 10.2, reflecting a growing trend in reported incidents. This translates to 17 crimes per day on average, with daily fluctuations influenced by factors like Halloween and shorter daylight hours. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 93 residents—a figure that contextualises the risk as roughly 1.08 crimes per 100 people. This monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK average, which would equate to a 1-in-124 resident figure for the same period. The population-scaled perspective reveals that King's Lynn's crime profile is distinct: while violent crime dominates, property crime remains relatively low compared to national trends. The contrast between the 186% above UK average for weapon possession and the 70% below for burglary highlights the town's unique challenges, possibly linked to its role as a regional hub with transient populations and mixed-use land. These comparisons offer residents a clearer understanding of how local crime rates stack up against broader national benchmarks.