Aldeburgh vs Leiston — 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

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

30

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Other theft2

Aldeburgh has less crime — 1 vs 30 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leiston recorded substantially more crime than Aldeburgh in April 2026 — 30 incidents compared to 1, a 30.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aldeburgh or Leiston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Aldeburgh recorded fewer crimes than Leiston — 1 vs 30 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Aldeburgh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Aldeburgh and Leiston?

In April 2026, Aldeburgh's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) while Leiston's was Violence & sexual offences (19 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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