Bungay vs Wells-next-the-Sea — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bungay

NR35 · Suffolk

15

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Burglary3

Wells-next-the-Sea

NR23 · Norfolk

10

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Wells-next-the-Sea has less crime — 10 vs 15 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Bungay recorded notably higher crime than Wells-next-the-Sea in March 2026 — 15 vs 10 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences 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 Bungay or Wells-next-the-Sea safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Wells-next-the-Sea recorded fewer crimes than Bungay — 10 vs 15 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Wells-next-the-Sea is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bungay and Wells-next-the-Sea?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Bungay recorded 5 incidents of this type vs 9 in Wells-next-the-Sea. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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