Holbrook vs Southwold — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Holbrook

IP9 · Suffolk

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting1

Southwold

IP18 · Suffolk

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Public order3

Holbrook has less crime — 1 vs 20 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Southwold recorded substantially more crime than Holbrook in February 2026 — 20 incidents compared to 1, a 20.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Holbrook sees higher rates of Shoplifting (1), while Southwold has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Violence & sexual offences (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holbrook or Southwold safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Holbrook recorded fewer crimes than Southwold — 1 vs 20 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Holbrook is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Holbrook saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Southwold had more Anti-social behaviour and Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Holbrook recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 20).

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