Methwold vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Methwold

IP26 · Norfolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary1

Norwich

NR1 · Norfolk

726

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences231
  • Shoplifting137
  • Anti-social behaviour113

Methwold has less crime — 1 vs 726 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Methwold in April 2026 — 726 incidents compared to 1, a 726.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Methwold sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Norwich has more Violence & sexual offences (231) and Shoplifting (137). Methwold is below the national average while Norwich is above, making Methwold the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Methwold or Norwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Methwold recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 1 vs 726 incidents. That is 100% fewer crimes. Methwold is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Methwold saw higher rates of Burglary while Norwich had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Methwold recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 726).

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