Cromer vs Great Yarmouth — 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

Great Yarmouth

NR29 · Norfolk

5

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Other theft1
  • Shoplifting1

Great Yarmouth has less crime — 5 vs 33 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Cromer recorded substantially more crime than Great Yarmouth in March 2026 — 33 incidents compared to 5, a 6.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cromer sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5), while Great Yarmouth has more Other theft (1). 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 Great Yarmouth safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Great Yarmouth recorded fewer crimes than Cromer — 5 vs 33 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Great Yarmouth is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cromer and Great Yarmouth?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Cromer saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Great Yarmouth had more Other theft. Overall, Great Yarmouth recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 33).

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