South and West Lynn vs Wells-next-the-Sea
Side-by-side crime comparison: safety scores, categories and trends.
South and West Lynn vs Wells-next-the-Sea Results
Key Statistics (last 12 months)
Crime by Category (last 12 months)
Number of crimes per category — lower is better
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is South and West Lynn safer than Wells-next-the-Sea?
South and West Lynn has a safety score of 11/100 (High Crime) and recorded 785 crimes in the last 12 months. Wells-next-the-Sea has a safety score of 72/100 (Safe) with 183 crimes. Wells-next-the-Sea scores higher on the CrimeRadar safety index.
What is the crime trend in South and West Lynn vs Wells-next-the-Sea?
South and West Lynn shows a year-on-year crime trend of +4.7% — meaning total crimes rose compared to the same period the prior year. Wells-next-the-Sea shows -23.8% (falling). A downward trend is a positive sign for an area.
What types of crime are most common in South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea?
In South and West Lynn, the most recorded crime category over the last 12 months is Violent Crime (304 incidents). In Wells-next-the-Sea, it is Violent Crime (75 incidents). The full breakdown by category is shown in the chart above.
How does anti-social behaviour compare between South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea?
South and West Lynn recorded 85 anti-social behaviour incidents in the last 12 months, while Wells-next-the-Sea recorded 22. Anti-social behaviour includes rowdiness, nuisance and disorder that disrupts daily life but may not result in a criminal charge.
How do violent crime levels compare in South and West Lynn vs Wells-next-the-Sea?
Violent crime in South and West Lynn totalled 304 incidents over the last 12 months, compared to 75 in Wells-next-the-Sea. Violent crime includes assault with and without injury, harassment, and public order offences.
How many crimes were recorded in South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea in the previous year?
In the 12 months prior to the most recent period, South and West Lynn recorded 750 crimes (now 785, a change of +4.7%). Wells-next-the-Sea recorded 240 crimes previously (now 183, -23.8%).
What is the resolution rate for crimes in South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea?
The resolution rate is the percentage of recorded crimes that resulted in a formal outcome — such as a charge, caution, penalty notice, or community resolution. South and West Lynn has a resolution rate of 18.8% and Wells-next-the-Sea has 0%. A higher rate indicates police are more frequently resolving reported crimes in that area.
Which police force covers South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea?
South and West Lynn falls within the Norfolk Constabulary boundary. Wells-next-the-Sea is covered by Norfolk Constabulary. Each force operates independently and publishes crime data through the national UK Police API.
What data is used to compare South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea?
CrimeRadar uses 36 months of official recorded crime data from the UK Police API, updated each month. The safety score combines crime volume relative to the force average, year-on-year trend direction, and resolution rate. All figures are based on crimes recorded within each police-defined neighbourhood boundary.
Can I see South and West Lynn or Wells-next-the-Sea on a crime map?
Yes — CrimeRadar has individual crime map pages for both South and West Lynn and Wells-next-the-Sea. You can view interactive maps, monthly trends and hotspot locations by visiting each neighbourhood's full statistics page linked above.