Bures Hamlet vs Harleston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bures Hamlet

CO8 · Essex

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Public order1
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Harleston

IP20 · Norfolk

10

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Bures Hamlet has less crime — 3 vs 10 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Harleston recorded substantially more crime than Bures Hamlet in April 2026 — 10 incidents compared to 3, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bures Hamlet sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Harleston has more Anti-social behaviour (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bures Hamlet or Harleston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bures Hamlet recorded fewer crimes than Harleston — 3 vs 10 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Bures Hamlet is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bures Hamlet and Harleston?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bures Hamlet saw higher rates of Public order while Harleston had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bures Hamlet recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 10).

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