Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP19 · Suffolk
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
IP20 · Norfolk
27
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Halesworth has less crime — 25 vs 27 incidents in February 2026.
Halesworth and Harleston recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 25 and 27 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halesworth sees higher rates of Weapons possession (4) and Other theft (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 February 2026 Police data, Halesworth recorded fewer crimes than Harleston — 25 vs 27 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Halesworth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halesworth saw higher rates of Weapons possession and Other theft while Harleston had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Halesworth recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 27).