Briston vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Briston

NR24 · Norfolk

6

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Burglary1

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

135

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour19

Briston has less crime — 6 vs 135 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Briston in March 2026 — 135 incidents compared to 6, a 22.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Briston sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Norwich has more Shoplifting (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Briston or Norwich safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Briston recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 6 vs 135 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Briston is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Briston and Norwich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Briston saw higher rates of Burglary while Norwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Briston recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 135).

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