Cromer vs Holt — 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

Holt

NR25 · Norfolk

4

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1
  • Public order1

Holt has less crime — 4 vs 33 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Cromer recorded substantially more crime than Holt in March 2026 — 33 incidents compared to 4, a 8.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cromer sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (9) and Shoplifting (8), while Holt has more Criminal damage & arson (1) and Public order (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 Holt safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Holt recorded fewer crimes than Cromer — 4 vs 33 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Holt is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Cromer saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Holt had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Holt recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 33).

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