Kesgrave vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kesgrave

IP5 · Suffolk

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Norwich

NR6 · Norfolk

124

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences51
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Shoplifting13

Kesgrave has less crime — 36 vs 124 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Kesgrave in April 2026 — 124 incidents compared to 36, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kesgrave sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6), while Norwich has more 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 Kesgrave or Norwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kesgrave recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 36 vs 124 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Kesgrave is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kesgrave saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Norwich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Kesgrave recorded fewer total crimes (36 vs 124).

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