Harleston vs Kesgrave — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Harleston

IP20 · Norfolk

10

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Kesgrave

IP5 · Suffolk

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Harleston has less crime — 10 vs 36 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kesgrave recorded substantially more crime than Harleston in April 2026 — 36 incidents compared to 10, a 3.6x difference. 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 Harleston or Kesgrave safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Harleston recorded fewer crimes than Kesgrave — 10 vs 36 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Harleston is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Harleston and Kesgrave?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Harleston recorded 3 incidents of this type vs 17 in Kesgrave. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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