Leiston vs Taverham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Taverham

NR8 · Norfolk

23

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Criminal damage & arson5
  • Anti-social behaviour4

Taverham has less crime — 23 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leiston saw somewhat more crime than Taverham in February 2026 (28 vs 23 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leiston or Taverham safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Taverham recorded fewer crimes than Leiston — 23 vs 28 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Taverham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Leiston and Taverham?

In February 2026, Leiston's top crime category was Criminal damage & arson (9 incidents) while Taverham's was Violence & sexual offences (9 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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