Fakenham vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Fakenham

NR21 · Norfolk

44

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Shoplifting9
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Norwich

NR2 · Norfolk

614

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences221
  • Shoplifting111
  • Anti-social behaviour87

Fakenham has less crime — 44 vs 614 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Fakenham in February 2026 — 614 incidents compared to 44, a 14.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Norwich records significantly more (221 vs 16 incidents). Fakenham is below the national average while Norwich is above, making Fakenham the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fakenham or Norwich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Fakenham recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 44 vs 614 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Fakenham is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Fakenham recorded 16 incidents of this type vs 221 in Norwich. Overall, Fakenham had fewer total crimes (44 vs 614).

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