The question of whether North Walsham is safe to walk around at night requires a nuanced understanding of the available data. Overall, North Walsham, located within the BUA of North Walsham in North Norfolk, presents a reasonably safe environment, but nighttime safety is a particular area of consideration.
With a population of 11,367, North Walsham exhibits a crime rate of 62.6 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is notably lower than the United Kingdom average of 91.6 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively lower prevalence of crime compared to the national picture. The town’s overall safety score is 84 out of 100, again exceeding the UK average of 79, indicating a perception of safety among residents.
However, when specifically examining violent crime, the rate stands at 30.4 incidents per 1,000 people. While still not excessively high, it's a factor to acknowledge. Crucially, the 'Night Safety Score' for North Walsham is only 9 out of 100. This significantly lower score highlights a diminished sense of safety during nighttime hours. It suggests that residents and visitors may feel less secure walking around after dark.
It's important to remember that these scores represent aggregate data and individual experiences can vary considerably. Factors such as specific routes, time of night, and personal vigilance all contribute to individual safety. The lower night safety score likely reflects a combination of factors, including reduced visibility, fewer people on the streets, and potentially a perceived increase in opportunistic crime. Therefore, while North Walsham is statistically safer than many areas in the UK overall, exercising caution during nighttime walks is prudent.