Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR28 · Norfolk
77
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
NR33 · Suffolk
88
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
North Walsham has less crime — 77 vs 88 incidents in March 2026.
North Walsham and Oulton Broad recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 77 and 88 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Walsham sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (10) and Public order (8), while Oulton Broad has more Criminal damage & arson (12) and Vehicle crime (10). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, North Walsham recorded fewer crimes than Oulton Broad — 77 vs 88 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. North Walsham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, North Walsham saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Oulton Broad had more Criminal damage & arson and Vehicle crime. Overall, North Walsham recorded fewer total crimes (77 vs 88).