Norfolk Constabulary

Is Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley Safe?

Crime statistics for Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 1,804 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,804 Crimes (last 12 months)
24.6% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓6.1% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 1,804 total crimes recorded in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley

Violent Crime
872 48.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
236 13.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
159 8.8%
Public Order
121 6.7%
Shoplifting
103 5.7%
Other Theft
93 5.2%
Other Crime
51 2.8%
Drugs
41 2.3%
Vehicle Crime
32 1.8%
Bicycle Theft
30 1.7%
Burglary
29 1.6%
Possession of Weapons
22 1.2%
Theft from Person
9 0.5%
Robbery
6 0.3%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley safe?

Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 1,804 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley in the last 12 months?

1,804 crimes were recorded in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 6.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,922 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley?

The most common crime in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley is Violent Crime, with 872 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 48.3% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.1% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley?

Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley compare to the Norfolk Constabulary average?

Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley has a safety score of 9/100, while the Norfolk Constabulary force area average is 20/100. Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley?

24.6% of crimes in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley?

872 violent crimes were recorded in Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley in the last 12 months, representing 48.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 236 incidents.

When was the crime data for Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley last updated?

The crime data for Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley with other areas?

You can compare Gaywood, Fairstead & Reffley with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.