Old Buckenham vs Ovington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Old Buckenham

NR16 · Norfolk

8

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Burglary1

Ovington

IP25 · Norfolk

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Ovington has less crime — 1 vs 8 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Old Buckenham recorded substantially more crime than Ovington in February 2026 — 8 incidents compared to 1, a 8.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Old Buckenham or Ovington safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Ovington recorded fewer crimes than Old Buckenham — 1 vs 8 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Ovington is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Old Buckenham and Ovington?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Old Buckenham recorded 7 incidents of this type vs 1 in Ovington. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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