Updated April 20267 areas
Norfolk Crime Rankings 2026
Broadland is the safest area in Norfolk with a crime rate of 37.9 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 63.8 compares to a UK average of 81.3.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: April 2026 • Updated monthly
Broadland
Safest in Norfolk
37.9 per 1k
Norwich
Highest Crime in Norfolk
105.5 per 1k
81.3
UK Average
per 1k residents
4
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
trending_down
Norfolk's average crime rate of 63.8 per 1,000 residents is 17.5 below the UK average of 81.3.
Norfolk Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broadland | 37.9 | -11.6% |
| 2 | North Norfolk | 44.4 | +25.2% |
| 3 | South Norfolk | 45.5 | -3.3% |
| 4 | Breckland | 53.4 | +8.2% |
| 5 | King's Lynn and West Norfolk | 59.2 | +0.5% |
| 6 | Great Yarmouth | 100.7 | -8.5% |
| 7 | Norwich | 105.5 | -3.6% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Norfolk? expand_more
Broadland has the lowest crime rate in Norfolk at 37.9 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Norfolk compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Norfolk is 63.8 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.3.
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