Pakenham vs Wells-next-the-Sea — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Pakenham

IP31 · Suffolk

9

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Wells-next-the-Sea

NR23 · Norfolk

10

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Pakenham has less crime — 9 vs 10 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Pakenham and Wells-next-the-Sea recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 9 and 10 incidents respectively. 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 Wells-next-the-Sea safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Pakenham recorded fewer crimes than Wells-next-the-Sea — 9 vs 10 incidents. That is 10% fewer crimes. Pakenham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Pakenham and Wells-next-the-Sea?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Pakenham recorded 7 incidents of this type vs 9 in Wells-next-the-Sea. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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