Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR28 · Norfolk
77
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
NR26 · Norfolk
35
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
Sheringham has less crime — 35 vs 77 incidents in March 2026.
North Walsham recorded notably higher crime than Sheringham in March 2026 — 77 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: North Walsham sees higher rates of Public order (8), while Sheringham has more Shoplifting (4). 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, Sheringham recorded fewer crimes than North Walsham — 35 vs 77 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Sheringham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, North Walsham saw higher rates of Public order while Sheringham had more Shoplifting. Overall, Sheringham recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 77).