Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP18 · Suffolk
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NR8 · Norfolk
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Southwold has less crime — 20 vs 23 incidents in February 2026.
Taverham saw somewhat more crime than Southwold in February 2026 (23 vs 20 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southwold sees higher rates of Public order (3), while Taverham has more Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Southwold recorded fewer crimes than Taverham — 20 vs 23 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Southwold is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Southwold saw higher rates of Public order while Taverham had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Southwold recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 23).