Harleston vs Syleham — 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

Syleham

IP21 · Suffolk

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Burglary1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Syleham has less crime — 2 vs 27 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Harleston recorded substantially more crime than Syleham in February 2026 — 27 incidents compared to 2, a 13.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harleston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Syleham has more Burglary (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 Syleham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Syleham recorded fewer crimes than Harleston — 2 vs 27 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Syleham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Harleston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Syleham had more Burglary. Overall, Syleham recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 27).

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