Norwich vs Syleham — 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

Syleham

IP21 · Suffolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime1

Syleham has less crime — 1 vs 89 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Syleham in April 2026 — 89 incidents compared to 1, a 89.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norwich sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (31) and Shoplifting (14), while Syleham has more Vehicle crime (1). 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 Syleham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Syleham recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 1 vs 89 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Syleham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Norwich saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Syleham had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Syleham recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 89).

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