Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR31 · Norfolk
239
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
NR3 · Norfolk
569
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Great Yarmouth has less crime — 239 vs 569 incidents in March 2026.
Norwich recorded notably higher crime than Great Yarmouth in March 2026 — 569 vs 239 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Yarmouth sees higher rates of Public order (25), while Norwich has more Shoplifting (61). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Great Yarmouth recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 239 vs 569 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Norwich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Great Yarmouth saw higher rates of Public order while Norwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Great Yarmouth recorded fewer total crimes (239 vs 569).