Pakenham vs Taverham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Pakenham

IP31 · Suffolk

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Other theft1

Taverham

NR8 · Norfolk

21

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Other theft3

Pakenham has less crime — 6 vs 21 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Taverham recorded substantially more crime than Pakenham in April 2026 — 21 incidents compared to 6, a 3.5x 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 Pakenham or Taverham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Pakenham recorded fewer crimes than Taverham — 6 vs 21 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Pakenham is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Pakenham recorded 3 incidents of this type vs 8 in Taverham. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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