Southwold vs Sudbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Southwold

IP18 · Suffolk

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Sudbury

CO10 · Suffolk

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Other theft2
  • Drugs1

Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (20) in February 2026.

What the data shows

Southwold and Sudbury recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 20 and 20 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southwold sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7) and Public order (3), while Sudbury has more Other theft (2) and Drugs (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 Southwold or Sudbury safer?

Southwold and Sudbury recorded identical crime totals in February 2026 (20 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Southwold saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Sudbury had more Other theft and Drugs. Total crime levels were similar.

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