Fakenham vs Wymondham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Fakenham

NR21 · Norfolk

61

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Wymondham

NR18 · Norfolk

42

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Wymondham has less crime — 42 vs 61 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Fakenham saw somewhat more crime than Wymondham in March 2026 (61 vs 42 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Wymondham safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Wymondham recorded fewer crimes than Fakenham — 42 vs 61 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes. Wymondham is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Fakenham recorded 22 incidents of this type vs 17 in Wymondham. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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