Aldham vs Southwold — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Aldham

IP7 · Suffolk

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft2

Southwold

IP18 · Suffolk

17

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft5
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Public order2

Aldham has less crime — 2 vs 17 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southwold recorded substantially more crime than Aldham in April 2026 — 17 incidents compared to 2, a 8.5x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Other theft 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 Aldham or Southwold safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldham recorded fewer crimes than Southwold — 2 vs 17 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Aldham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Aldham and Southwold?

Both areas share Other theft as their top crime category. In April 2026, Aldham recorded 2 incidents of this type vs 5 in Southwold. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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