Southwold vs Woodditton — 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

Woodditton

CB8 · Cambridgeshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Bicycle theft1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Woodditton has less crime — 2 vs 17 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Southwold recorded substantially more crime than Woodditton in April 2026 — 17 incidents compared to 2, a 8.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southwold sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Violence & sexual offences (3), while Woodditton has more Bicycle theft (1) and Criminal damage & arson (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 Woodditton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than Southwold — 2 vs 17 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Woodditton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Southwold saw higher rates of Other theft and Violence & sexual offences while Woodditton had more Bicycle theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Woodditton recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 17).

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