Harleston vs Smallburgh — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Harleston

IP20 · Norfolk

27

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences20
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Smallburgh

NR12 · Norfolk

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Public order1
  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Smallburgh has less crime — 3 vs 27 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Harleston recorded substantially more crime than Smallburgh in February 2026 — 27 incidents compared to 3, a 9.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harleston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Smallburgh has more Public order (1) and Weapons possession (1). 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 Smallburgh safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Smallburgh recorded fewer crimes than Harleston — 3 vs 27 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Smallburgh is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Harleston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Smallburgh had more Public order and Weapons possession. Overall, Smallburgh recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 27).

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