Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR21 · Norfolk
60
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
IP24 · Norfolk
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Fakenham has less crime — 60 vs 135 incidents in April 2026.
Thetford recorded notably higher crime than Fakenham in April 2026 — 135 vs 60 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fakenham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Thetford has more Public order (9). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Fakenham recorded fewer crimes than Thetford — 60 vs 135 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Fakenham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fakenham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thetford had more Public order. Overall, Fakenham recorded fewer total crimes (60 vs 135).