Kelsale vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kelsale

IP17 · Suffolk

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

137

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Kelsale has less crime — 2 vs 137 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Kelsale in April 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 2, a 68.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kelsale sees higher rates of Weapons possession (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 Kelsale or Norwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kelsale recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 2 vs 137 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Kelsale is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kelsale saw higher rates of Weapons possession while Norwich had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Kelsale recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 137).

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