Norwich vs Thetford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

126

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Shoplifting20
  • Anti-social behaviour15

Thetford

IP24 · Norfolk

97

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Public order9
  • Anti-social behaviour9

Thetford has less crime — 97 vs 126 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich saw somewhat more crime than Thetford in February 2026 (126 vs 97 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (20), while Thetford has more Public order (9). 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 Thetford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Thetford recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 97 vs 126 incidents. That is 23% fewer crimes. Thetford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Norwich saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thetford had more Public order. Overall, Thetford recorded fewer total crimes (97 vs 126).

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