Sudbury vs Thetford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Sudbury

CO10 · Suffolk

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft4
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Public order2

Thetford

IP24 · Norfolk

135

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Public order9

Sudbury has less crime — 12 vs 135 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Thetford recorded substantially more crime than Sudbury in April 2026 — 135 incidents compared to 12, a 11.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sudbury sees higher rates of Other theft (4), while Thetford has more Anti-social behaviour (34). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sudbury or Thetford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sudbury recorded fewer crimes than Thetford — 12 vs 135 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Sudbury is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Sudbury saw higher rates of Other theft while Thetford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Sudbury recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 135).

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