Snettisham Crime Rate

Snettisham maintains a high standard of safety with an overall crime rate of 25.9 per 1,000 people. This is substantially lower than the UK average of 91.7, and the area boasts an impressive safety score of 93 out of 100. However, it is important to note that the crime trend in Snettisham is currently increasing, with a 63.8% rise year-over-year. While the absolute numbers remain low, this upward trajectory suggests that residents should be more vigilant than in previous years. This report provides a detailed breakdown of local crime statistics, trends, and practical safety advice to help the Snettisham community stay secure.

In Snettisham, the most frequent reports are for violence and sexual offences, making up 53.2% of the total crime with 41 incidents. This is followed by anti-social behaviour at 18.2% and criminal damage and arson at 10.4%. These three categories represent the bulk of police activity in the area.

Property crime, which encompasses burglary, theft, and vehicle-related offences, remains low in Snettisham with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000 people. This is significantly below the UK average for property crime. Specifically, burglary accounts for 3.9% of total crime, while 'other theft' makes up 2.6%. For residents and homeowners, this indicates that while the overall risk of theft or break-ins is low, the significant year-over-year increase in general crime suggests a need for heightened awareness. Protecting property remains a wise investment to ensure that the low property crime rate does not follow the upward trend seen in other crime categories.

Snettisham is currently experiencing a notable increase in reported crime. Year-over-year data shows a 63.8% rise in total offences, a trend that stands in contrast to many other local villages. This increase should be viewed with the context that Snettisham started from a very low base, meaning even a small number of additional incidents can result in a high percentage change.

Looking at the monthly trendData for the past year, crime rates fluctuated between a low of 0.7 per 1,000 in May 2025 and a peak of 4.4 in March 2025. Other significant months included December 2024 at 3.7. The end of 2025 showed a relatively stable pattern around 1.7 to 2.0 per 1,000. While the overall safety score remains high at 93/100, the significant percentage increase over the year suggests that community vigilance is more important now than it has been in the recent past.

How To Keep Safe in Snettisham

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequently reported crimes in Snettisham. While these often involve known parties, maintaining personal safety in public spaces remains important. Consider these suggestions:

1. When walking through the village at night, stick to well-lit paths and avoid isolated areas like unlit alleyways or remote coastal paths.
2. Be mindful of anti-social behaviour; if you encounter a group causing a disturbance, it is best to keep your distance and report the activity to the non-emergency police line.
3. Ensure your home's perimeter is secure. Even with low burglary rates, visible deterrents like security lighting can prevent criminal damage and arson, which is the third most common crime here.
4. Join the local Neighbourhood Watch to stay updated on recent incidents and share safety tips with your fellow residents.
5. Keep a close eye on your property during the night-time hours, as this is when the proportional risk of burglary is at its highest in Snettisham.

Crime in Snettisham follows a distinct temporal pattern. During the morning and afternoon (6am-6pm), over half of the recorded activity is classified as 'other' crime, with theft making up exactly one-third of reports. This suggests that daytime offences are largely opportunistic or related to miscellaneous local issues.

As the day progresses into the evening and night, the nature of crime shifts. Between 6pm and 12am, 'other' crimes rise to 69% of reports, while theft drops significantly. Crucially, the proportional risk of burglary peaks during the night-time hours (12am-6am), where it accounts for 30% of all reported incidents. While the total volume of crime remains low, this data indicates that residential properties are most vulnerable during the late-night hours. Residents should ensure that their home security systems are fully operational and engaged before retiring for the evening to mitigate this specific night-time risk.

Compared to its neighbours, Snettisham sits in a comfortable middle ground for safety. Its crime rate of 25.9 per 1,000 is lower than both Heacham (34.8) and Dersingham (28.9), making it one of the safer larger villages in the coastal area. While the tiny settlements of Ingoldisthorpe and Shepherd's Port recorded no crimes, they have significantly smaller populations. For those looking at the King's Lynn and West Norfolk region, Snettisham offers a high level of security that compares very favourably to the wider UK and regional averages.

With Snettisham’s crime rate currently increasing by 63.8%, traditional "record and review" security is becoming less adequate. Standard CCTV cameras often only provide evidence after a crime has been committed, which does little to prevent the initial distress of a break-in. For a community experiencing an upward trend in activity, proactive protection is the most logical step.

The scOS home security operating system leverages AI to stop threats at the property line. By monitoring all cameras simultaneously and using pattern learning to recognise residents and regular visitors, it eliminates false alarms and focuses only on genuine threats. If an intruder is detected, scOS can autonomously activate lights and speakers, destroying the element of surprise that burglars rely on. In Snettisham, where property crime is currently low at 4.4 per 1,000, scOS serves as a powerful deterrent to ensure your home remains an unattractive target for opportunistic offenders.