Crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole: statistics, rates and trends
385 crimes were recorded in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole at a glance
- Crime trends in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
- Types of crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
- Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
- What happened after crimes were reported in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
- Population and deprivation in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
- Questions about crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
- About this data
385 crimes were recorded in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole in the 12 months to July 2026, 55.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 206 reports (54% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole has the 2,782nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole | King's Lynn and West Norfolk | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 385 | 10,245 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 55.9 | 65.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 6,882 | 156,206 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole was highest in the year to July 2019 (497 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (346). Over the whole period it fell 7%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 385 | 55.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 410 | 59.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 346 | 50.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 417 | 60.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 372 | 54.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 367 | 53.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 391 | 56.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 497 | 72.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 413 | 60.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 35 |
| June 2026 | 38 |
| May 2026 | 44 |
| April 2026 | 23 |
| March 2026 | 27 |
| February 2026 | 25 |
| January 2026 | 40 |
| December 2025 | 22 |
| November 2025 | 24 |
| October 2025 | 37 |
| September 2025 | 31 |
| August 2025 | 39 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in other theft (+38%).
The largest falls were in public order (-41%) and anti-social behaviour (-12%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 206 | 29.9 | 0.87 | -0% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 45 | 6.5 | 0.96 | +2% |
| Other theft | 36 | 5.2 | 0.82 | +38% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 28 | 4.1 | 0.27 | -12% |
| Public order | 20 | 2.9 | 0.44 | -41% |
| Burglary | 15 | 2.2 | 0.62 | -12% |
| Other crime | 10 | 1.5 | 0.69 | -33% |
| Vehicle crime | 10 | 1.5 | 0.30 | -33% |
| Drugs | 9 | 1.3 | 0.40 | -10% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.9 | 0.90 | +20% |
Violence and sexual offences in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 206 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 53.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall | 325 | 52.3 | -7% |
| Terrington | 232 | 43.9 | -22% |
| Emneth & Outwell | 425 | 81.5 | +46% |
| Upwell & Delph | 210 | 39.5 | -29% |
| South & West Lynn | 744 | 128.3 | +129% |
| Watlington | 133 | 34.8 | -38% |
| St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas | 1,822 | 346.0 | +518% |
| Gaywood Chase | 296 | 94.4 | +69% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Folgate Lane | 31 |
| On or near Chapnall Close | 23 |
| On or near School Road | 19 |
| On or near Burrett Gardens | 18 |
| On or near St Pauls Road North | 16 |
| On or near Wisbech Road | 16 |
| On or near Main Road | 14 |
| On or near Biggs Road | 12 |
| On or near Chalk Road | 10 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 210 | 54.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 64 | 16.6% |
| Not recorded | 28 | 7.3% |
| Under investigation | 22 | 5.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 3.9% |
| Local resolution | 13 | 3.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 2.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.5% |
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole has an estimated population of 6,882. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole sits in decile 3.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 80.1% |
| Social rented homes | 9.2% |
| Private rented homes | 10.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.2 |
Is Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole a safe place to live?
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole recorded 55.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 206 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (45).
Is crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole going up or down?
Recorded crime in Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole was down 6% on the year before: 385 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 410 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole?
Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole is policed by Norfolk. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Walsoken, West Walton & Walpole. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.