Fakenham vs Kelsale — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Fakenham

NR21 · Norfolk

60

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Shoplifting10
  • Anti-social behaviour7

Kelsale

IP17 · Suffolk

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Kelsale has less crime — 2 vs 60 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Fakenham recorded substantially more crime than Kelsale in April 2026 — 60 incidents compared to 2, a 30.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fakenham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Kelsale has more Weapons possession (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 Fakenham or Kelsale safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kelsale recorded fewer crimes than Fakenham — 2 vs 60 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Kelsale is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Fakenham and Kelsale?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fakenham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Kelsale had more Weapons possession. Overall, Kelsale recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 60).

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