Halesworth vs Southwold — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Halesworth

IP19 · Suffolk

10

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Robbery1
  • Burglary1

Southwold

IP18 · Suffolk

17

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft5
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Public order2

Halesworth has less crime — 10 vs 17 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southwold recorded notably higher crime than Halesworth in April 2026 — 17 vs 10 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halesworth sees higher rates of Robbery (1) and Burglary (1), while Southwold has more Other theft (5) and Public order (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 Halesworth or Southwold safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Halesworth recorded fewer crimes than Southwold — 10 vs 17 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Halesworth is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Halesworth and Southwold?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Halesworth saw higher rates of Robbery and Burglary while Southwold had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Halesworth recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 17).

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