Fakenham vs Norwich — 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

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

137

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Shoplifting13

Fakenham has less crime — 60 vs 137 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded notably higher crime than Fakenham in April 2026 — 137 vs 60 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Norwich records significantly more (69 vs 21 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fakenham or Norwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Fakenham recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 60 vs 137 incidents. That is 56% 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 April 2026, Fakenham recorded 21 incidents of this type vs 69 in Norwich. Overall, Fakenham had fewer total crimes (60 vs 137).

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