Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR16 · Norfolk
8
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
IP24 · Norfolk
97
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Old Buckenham has less crime — 8 vs 97 incidents in February 2026.
Thetford recorded substantially more crime than Old Buckenham in February 2026 — 97 incidents compared to 8, a 12.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Old Buckenham sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Thetford has more Public order (9) and Anti-social behaviour (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Old Buckenham recorded fewer crimes than Thetford — 8 vs 97 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Old Buckenham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Old Buckenham saw higher rates of Burglary while Thetford had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Old Buckenham recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 97).