Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR24 · Norfolk
15
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
IP19 · Suffolk
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Briston has less crime — 15 vs 25 incidents in February 2026.
Halesworth recorded notably higher crime than Briston in February 2026 — 25 vs 15 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Briston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Public order (2), while Halesworth has more Weapons possession (4) and Other theft (2). 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, Briston recorded fewer crimes than Halesworth — 15 vs 25 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Briston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Briston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Halesworth had more Weapons possession and Other theft. Overall, Briston recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 25).