Great Yarmouth vs Holt — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Great Yarmouth

NR31 · Norfolk

239

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences109
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Public order25

Holt

NR25 · Norfolk

4

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1
  • Public order1

Holt has less crime — 4 vs 239 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Great Yarmouth recorded substantially more crime than Holt in March 2026 — 239 incidents compared to 4, a 59.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Yarmouth sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (109), while Holt has more Criminal damage & arson (1). Great Yarmouth sits above the national average for recorded crime while Holt is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Great Yarmouth or Holt safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Holt recorded fewer crimes than Great Yarmouth — 4 vs 239 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Holt is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Great Yarmouth saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences while Holt had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Holt recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 239).

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