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

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

Wells-next-the-Sea

NR23 · Norfolk

10

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour1

Weston

NR34 · Suffolk

12

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Other theft1

Wells-next-the-Sea has less crime — 10 vs 12 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Weston saw somewhat more crime than Wells-next-the-Sea in March 2026 (12 vs 10 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wells-next-the-Sea or Weston safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Wells-next-the-Sea recorded fewer crimes than Weston — 10 vs 12 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Wells-next-the-Sea is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Wells-next-the-Sea recorded 9 incidents of this type vs 8 in Weston. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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