Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CO13 · Essex
58
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
IP24 · Norfolk
135
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Frinton and Walton has less crime — 58 vs 135 incidents in April 2026.
Thetford recorded notably higher crime than Frinton and Walton in April 2026 — 135 vs 58 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Frinton and Walton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Other crime (4), while Thetford has more Anti-social behaviour (34) and 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, Frinton and Walton recorded fewer crimes than Thetford — 58 vs 135 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Frinton and Walton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Frinton and Walton saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other crime while Thetford had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Frinton and Walton recorded fewer total crimes (58 vs 135).