Great Yarmouth vs Methwold — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Great Yarmouth

NR29 · Norfolk

5

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Other theft1
  • Shoplifting1

Methwold

IP26 · Norfolk

1

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary1

Methwold has less crime — 1 vs 5 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Great Yarmouth recorded substantially more crime than Methwold in March 2026 — 5 incidents compared to 1, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Yarmouth sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (3) and Other theft (1), while Methwold has more Burglary (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Great Yarmouth or Methwold safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Methwold recorded fewer crimes than Great Yarmouth — 1 vs 5 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Methwold is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Great Yarmouth and Methwold?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Great Yarmouth saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Other theft while Methwold had more Burglary. Overall, Methwold recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 5).

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