Norwich vs Weston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Norwich

NR7 · Norfolk

135

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Shoplifting26
  • Anti-social behaviour19

Weston

NR34 · Suffolk

12

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Other theft1

Weston has less crime — 12 vs 135 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Norwich recorded substantially more crime than Weston in March 2026 — 135 incidents compared to 12, a 11.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Norwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26), while Weston has more Other theft (1). 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 Weston safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Weston recorded fewer crimes than Norwich — 12 vs 135 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Weston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Norwich saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Weston had more Other theft. Overall, Weston recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 135).

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