Briston vs Sheringham — 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

Sheringham

NR26 · Norfolk

35

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Shoplifting4

Briston has less crime — 6 vs 35 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Sheringham recorded substantially more crime than Briston in March 2026 — 35 incidents compared to 6, a 5.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Briston sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Sheringham has more Shoplifting (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Briston or Sheringham safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Briston recorded fewer crimes than Sheringham — 6 vs 35 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Briston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Briston saw higher rates of Burglary while Sheringham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Briston recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 35).

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