Cromer vs Felixstowe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cromer

NR27 · Norfolk

33

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Shoplifting8
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Felixstowe

IP11 · Suffolk

87

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences50
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Cromer has less crime — 33 vs 87 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Felixstowe recorded substantially more crime than Cromer in March 2026 — 87 incidents compared to 33, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cromer sees higher rates of Shoplifting (8), while Felixstowe has more Criminal damage & arson (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cromer or Felixstowe safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Cromer recorded fewer crimes than Felixstowe — 33 vs 87 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Cromer is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cromer and Felixstowe?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Cromer saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Felixstowe had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cromer recorded fewer total crimes (33 vs 87).

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