Norton vs Norton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norton

S12 · Sheffield

197

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Anti-social behaviour35
  • Shoplifting24

Norton

S17 · Sheffield

44

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Other theft5

Norton has less crime — 44 vs 197 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Norton recorded substantially more crime than Norton in February 2026 — 197 incidents compared to 44, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24), while Norton has more Other theft (5). Norton sits above the national average for recorded crime while Norton is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norton or Norton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Norton recorded fewer crimes than Norton — 44 vs 197 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Norton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Norton and Norton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Norton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Norton had more Other theft. Overall, Norton recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 197).

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