Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CO7 · Essex
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
IP20 · Norfolk
10
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Elmstead has less crime — 9 vs 10 incidents in April 2026.
Elmstead and Harleston recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 9 and 10 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Elmstead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (2) and Public order (2), while Harleston has more Anti-social behaviour (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Elmstead recorded fewer crimes than Harleston — 9 vs 10 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Elmstead is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Elmstead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Harleston had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Elmstead recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 10).