Updated March 20267 areas
Norfolk Crime Rankings 2026
Broadland is the safest area in Norfolk with a crime rate of 38.0 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 64.1 compares to a UK average of 81.5.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: March 2026 • Updated monthly
Broadland
Safest in Norfolk
38.0 per 1k
Norwich
Highest Crime in Norfolk
106.6 per 1k
81.5
UK Average
per 1k residents
4
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
trending_down
Norfolk's average crime rate of 64.1 per 1,000 residents is 17.4 below the UK average of 81.5.
Norfolk Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broadland | 38.0 | -3.3% |
| 2 | North Norfolk | 44.4 | +12.3% |
| 3 | South Norfolk | 45.7 | -4.1% |
| 4 | Breckland | 53.2 | -1.5% |
| 5 | King's Lynn and West Norfolk | 59.2 | -10.5% |
| 6 | Great Yarmouth | 101.8 | +8.2% |
| 7 | Norwich | 106.6 | +1.5% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Norfolk? expand_more
Broadland has the lowest crime rate in Norfolk at 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Norfolk compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Norfolk is 64.1 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.5.
Is crime improving in Norfolk? expand_more
4 of 7 areas in Norfolk recorded fewer crimes than the same period last year.
Data: Police.uk (OGL v3.0) · Population: ONS Census 2021 · Methodology