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

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

Southwold

IP18 · Suffolk

17

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft5
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Public order2

Wells-next-the-Sea

NR23 · Norfolk

11

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Other theft2
  • Public order1

Wells-next-the-Sea has less crime — 11 vs 17 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southwold recorded notably higher crime than Wells-next-the-Sea in April 2026 — 17 vs 11 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 Southwold or Wells-next-the-Sea safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wells-next-the-Sea recorded fewer crimes than Southwold — 11 vs 17 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Wells-next-the-Sea is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Southwold's top crime category was Other theft (5 incidents) while Wells-next-the-Sea's was Violence & sexual offences (6 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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