Norwich vs Ovington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norwich

NR4 · Norfolk

62

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Ovington

IP25 · Norfolk

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Ovington has less crime — 1 vs 62 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Ovington in February 2026 — 62 incidents compared to 1, a 62.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Norwich records significantly more (27 vs 1 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich or Ovington safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Ovington recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 1 vs 62 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Ovington is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Norwich recorded 27 incidents of this type vs 1 in Ovington. Overall, Ovington had fewer total crimes (1 vs 62).

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