Aldeburgh vs Bury St Edmunds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Aldeburgh

IP15 · Suffolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 · Suffolk

187

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences78
  • Criminal damage & arson22
  • Public order21

Aldeburgh has less crime — 1 vs 187 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bury St Edmunds recorded substantially more crime than Aldeburgh in April 2026 — 187 incidents compared to 1, a 187.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldeburgh sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1), while Bury St Edmunds has more Violence & sexual offences (78) and Criminal damage & arson (22). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aldeburgh or Bury St Edmunds safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldeburgh recorded fewer crimes than Bury St Edmunds — 1 vs 187 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Aldeburgh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Aldeburgh and Bury St Edmunds?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aldeburgh saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Bury St Edmunds had more Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Aldeburgh recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 187).

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