Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR21 · Norfolk
60
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NR16 · Norfolk
8
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Old Buckenham has less crime — 8 vs 60 incidents in April 2026.
Fakenham recorded substantially more crime than Old Buckenham in April 2026 — 60 incidents compared to 8, a 7.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fakenham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Old Buckenham has more Burglary (2) and Other crime (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Old Buckenham recorded fewer crimes than Fakenham — 8 vs 60 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Old Buckenham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fakenham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Old Buckenham had more Burglary and Other crime. Overall, Old Buckenham recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 60).