Kirkwall West and Orphir Crime Data, Postcodes, Census & Livability Index
Find the complete list of Kirkwall West and Orphir ward postcodes & properties. View information about the amenities available in the ward, census, crime statistics, etc.
This article also covers valuable insights regarding safety and the cost of living in the neighbourhood of Kirkwall West and Orphir. Whether you're a resident or considering moving to Kirkwall West and Orphir, the information below will guide you to make an informed decision.
You can also use our interactive map to access detailed information regarding recent crimes, public transport, nearby schools, police stations, postcodes, etc.
Summary
- Kirkwall West and Orphir is a ward in the Orkney Islands District.
- Kirkwall West and Orphir has 183 active postcodes and has a population of 4162.
- There are 1940 properties in the neighbourhood of Kirkwall West and Orphir.
- The Orkney Islands District has 5 other wards.
- 7 Non-sexual crimes of violence Crimes have been Reported in the ward in the Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
- Find a detailed overview of the most reported crime types in the chart below.
- Get access to the latest Crime Data for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.
Livability Index
Discover the livability index of Kirkwall West and Orphir, calculated by evaluating factors such as safety, property prices, nearby amenities, and more. Our analysis rates the ward at 62, indicating a good level of livability.
Population
4,162
Households
1,940
Total Crimes
(FY 2022/2023)
139
Crimes per 1000 Population
34
Map of Kirkwall West and Orphir Ward - Postcodes
Crime Statistics of Kirkwall West and Orphir Ward (FY 2022/2023)
| Crime Reported | Number of Crimes |
|---|---|
| Serious Assault (incl. culpable & reckless conduct - causing injury) | 1 |
| Robbery and assault with intent to rob | 1 |
| Threats and extortion | 2 |
| Cruel & Unnatural treatment of children | 1 |
| Other Group 1 crimes | 1 |
| Domestic Abuse (of female) | 1 |
| Group 2 - Sexual Crimes | 24 |
| Housebreaking (incl. attempts) - other premises | 2 |
| Opening Lockfast Places - NOT Motor Vehicle | 1 |
| Common theft | 10 |
| Theft of a motor vehicle | 1 |
| Theft by shoplifting | 24 |
| Other Group 3 crimes | 2 |
| Fraud | 10 |
| Fireraising | 7 |
| Culpable & reckless conduct (not firearms) | 1 |
| Vandalism (incl. reckless damage, etc.) | 25 |
| Other Group 5 crimes | 7 |
| Bail offences (other than absconding) | 3 |
| Carrying offensive weapons (incl. restriction)* | 1 |
| Offensive weapon (used in other criminal activity)* | 1 |
| Production, manufacture or cultivation of drugs | 1 |
| Possession of drugs | 37 |
Most Crimes Reported (FY 2022/2023)
List of All Postcodes in Kirkwall West and Orphir Ward
Showing 1 - 50 out of 183 active Postcodes in Kirkwall West and Orphir Ward
| Postcode | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| KW15 1AA | 58.983 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1AB | 58.983 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1AE | 58.983 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1AF | 58.982 | -2.963 |
| KW15 1AG | 58.982 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1AH | 58.983 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AL | 58.982 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AN | 58.981 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AP | 58.981 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AQ | 58.981 | -2.963 |
| KW15 1AR | 58.980 | -2.963 |
| KW15 1AS | 58.980 | -2.963 |
| KW15 1AT | 58.979 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AU | 58.979 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AX | 58.979 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1AY | 58.978 | -2.965 |
| KW15 1AZ | 58.977 | -2.967 |
| KW15 1BA | 58.978 | -2.970 |
| KW15 1BB | 58.976 | -2.969 |
| KW15 1BD | 58.976 | -2.967 |
| KW15 1BE | 58.977 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1BF | 58.979 | -2.970 |
| KW15 1BG | 58.977 | -2.965 |
| KW15 1BH | 58.976 | -2.966 |
| KW15 1BJ | 58.975 | -2.965 |
| KW15 1BL | 58.975 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1BN | 58.977 | -2.963 |
| KW15 1BP | 58.977 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1BQ | 58.975 | -2.963 |
| KW15 1BS | 58.977 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1BT | 58.977 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1BU | 58.978 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1BW | 58.976 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1BX | 58.980 | -2.964 |
| KW15 1BY | 58.979 | -2.973 |
| KW15 1BZ | 58.979 | -2.966 |
| KW15 1DA | 58.979 | -2.982 |
| KW15 1DB | 58.980 | -2.967 |
| KW15 1DD | 58.983 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1DF | 58.982 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1DH | 58.982 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1DJ | 58.982 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1DL | 58.979 | -2.969 |
| KW15 1DP | 58.983 | -2.961 |
| KW15 1DR | 58.978 | -2.969 |
| KW15 1DS | 58.980 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1DT | 58.980 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1DU | 58.980 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1DX | 58.980 | -2.962 |
| KW15 1EA | 58.979 | -2.963 |
FAQs about Kirkwall West and Orphir Ward
Crimes per 1000 people in Kirkwall West and Orphir ward is 34.
As per the crime report in the Fiscal Year 2022/2023, 34 crimes were reported in Kirkwall West and Orphir per 1000 population, which is considered very low in the UK. Also, the total number of crimes recorded during this period was 139, which signifies that Kirkwall West and Orphir is the safest place to live in Orkney Islands district.
The top crimes reported in Kirkwall West and Orphir were non-sexual crimes of violence, sexual crimes, etc. View the crime chart for more details about the most reported crime types.
There are 183 active postcodes in Kirkwall West and Orphir ward.