Norwich vs Norwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norwich

NR4 · Norfolk

89

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Shoplifting14
  • Anti-social behaviour13

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

137

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Shoplifting13

Norwich has less crime — 89 vs 137 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded notably higher crime than Norwich in April 2026 — 137 vs 89 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Norwich records significantly more (69 vs 31 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich or Norwich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Norwich recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 89 vs 137 incidents. That is 35% 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 April 2026, Norwich recorded 31 incidents of this type vs 69 in Norwich. Overall, Norwich had fewer total crimes (89 vs 137).

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