Norwich vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norwich

NR1 · Norfolk

647

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences220
  • Shoplifting117
  • Anti-social behaviour101

Norwich

NR4 · Norfolk

62

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Shoplifting7

Norwich has less crime — 62 vs 647 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Norwich in February 2026 — 647 incidents compared to 62, a 10.4x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Norwich records significantly more (220 vs 27 incidents). Norwich sits above the national average for recorded crime while Norwich is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich or Norwich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Norwich recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 62 vs 647 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Norwich is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Norwich recorded 220 incidents of this type vs 27 in Norwich. Overall, Norwich had fewer total crimes (62 vs 647).

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