King's Lynn Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 marked a combination of crime trends in King's Lynn, a built-up area within King's Lynn and West Norfolk, where the overall crime rate stood at 9.2 per 1,000 residents — 13.6% above the UK average. This figure underscores the area's distinct profile, which, as a coastal town with a significant tourist presence, may experience seasonal fluctuations in crime patterns. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48% of all reported incidents — a rate of 4.4 per 1,000, 53% above the UK average. This dominance of violent crime highlights the need for targeted measures in high-risk areas, such as public spaces or nightlife zones. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 25% below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused initiatives or local policing strategies may have contributed to this relative success. The seasonal context of August — a peak holiday month — may have influenced certain trends, such as the 35.7% drop in shoplifting, which could be attributed to reduced retail activity or increased security measures during the summer. However, other categories, like criminal damage and arson, rose by 35.1%, indicating that factors such as property neglect or increased vandalism during the warmer months may be at play. The interplay between these factors — the seasonal influx of tourists, the area's character as a coastal town, and local crime prevention efforts — paints a nuanced picture of crime in King's Lynn. While the overall rate remains above the UK average, the data also reveals pockets of improvement, such as the decline in shoplifting and other theft, which may signal the effectiveness of specific interventions. Understanding these patterns requires a careful balance of local context and broader national comparisons, as the area's crime profile is shaped by both its unique characteristics and shared challenges with other parts of the UK.

August 2025 saw a 35.7% decrease in shoplifting compared to the previous month, with incidents dropping from 42 to 27. This decline may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the summer holidays. Conversely, burglary increased by 100%, rising from 2 to 4 cases, a shift that may be attributed to the seasonal context of August, when tourism peaks and empty homes may increase burglary risks. Anti-social behaviour, while remaining a persistent issue, was 25% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or community engagement efforts may have contributed to this reduction. Other theft also fell by 40%, with incidents dropping from 25 to 15, though the reasons for this decline are less clear. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained significantly above the UK average, with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 compared to the national average of 2.9 per 1,000. This stark difference highlights areas where targeted interventions might be necessary to address underlying issues. The data also reveals that criminal damage and arson rose by 35.1%, indicating a need for further analysis of local conditions that could be exacerbating these incidents.

King's Lynn's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 9.2 per 1,000 residents, a 4.4% decrease from the previous month's 9.6 per 1,000. This downward trend contrasts with the overall rate being 13.6% above the UK average, highlighting local factors that may influence crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 15 reported crimes each day in August, reflecting a consistent rhythm of activity. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 109 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. With a population of 49,941, this translates to a manageable level of risk, though the area remains above the UK average. The decrease from August 2025 to the prior month may partly explain shifts in crime mix, such as the notable drop in shoplifting and other theft, which could be linked to seasonal changes in retail activity or increased police presence during peak tourist periods. These figures, when viewed alongside the population context, offer a clearer picture of how crime is distributed across the built-up area.