Hessett vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hessett

IP30 · Suffolk

4

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other crime1
  • Other theft1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

137

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Shoplifting13

Hessett has less crime — 4 vs 137 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Hessett in April 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 4, a 34.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hessett sees higher rates of Other crime (1) and Other theft (1), while Norwich has more Anti-social behaviour (22) and Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hessett or Norwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hessett recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 4 vs 137 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Hessett is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Hessett and Norwich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hessett saw higher rates of Other crime and Other theft while Norwich had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Hessett recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 137).

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