Norwich vs Smallburgh — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norwich

NR2 · Norfolk

652

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences202
  • Shoplifting135
  • Anti-social behaviour116

Smallburgh

NR12 · Norfolk

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Smallburgh has less crime — 2 vs 652 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Smallburgh in April 2026 — 652 incidents compared to 2, a 326.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Norwich records significantly more (202 vs 2 incidents). Norwich sits above the national average for recorded crime while Smallburgh is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich or Smallburgh safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Smallburgh recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 2 vs 652 incidents. That is 100% fewer crimes. Smallburgh is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Norwich recorded 202 incidents of this type vs 2 in Smallburgh. Overall, Smallburgh had fewer total crimes (2 vs 652).

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