Norwich vs Walsingham — 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

Walsingham

NR22 · Norfolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Walsingham has less crime — 1 vs 652 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Walsingham in April 2026 — 652 incidents compared to 1, a 652.0x difference. Norwich sits above the national average for recorded crime while Walsingham is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich or Walsingham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Walsingham recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 1 vs 652 incidents. That is 100% fewer crimes. Walsingham is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Norwich's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (202 incidents) while Walsingham's was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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