Norwich vs Whepstead — 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

Whepstead

IP29 · Suffolk

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Whepstead has less crime — 2 vs 62 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Whepstead in February 2026 — 62 incidents compared to 2, a 31.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (7) and Anti-social behaviour (7), while Whepstead has more Criminal damage & arson (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 Whepstead safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Whepstead recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 2 vs 62 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Whepstead is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Norwich saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Whepstead had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Whepstead recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 62).

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