Cromer vs Methwold — 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

Methwold

IP26 · Norfolk

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary1

Methwold has less crime — 1 vs 33 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Cromer recorded substantially more crime than Methwold in March 2026 — 33 incidents compared to 1, a 33.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cromer sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (9) and Shoplifting (8), while Methwold has more Burglary (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 Methwold safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Methwold recorded fewer crimes than Cromer — 1 vs 33 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Methwold is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Cromer saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Methwold had more Burglary. Overall, Methwold recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 33).

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