Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP15 · Suffolk
9
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CO11 · Essex
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Aldeburgh has less crime — 9 vs 29 incidents in February 2026.
Mistley recorded substantially more crime than Aldeburgh in February 2026 — 29 incidents compared to 9, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldeburgh sees higher rates of Burglary (1) and Other theft (1), while Mistley has more Shoplifting (6) and Public order (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aldeburgh recorded fewer crimes than Mistley — 9 vs 29 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Aldeburgh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aldeburgh saw higher rates of Burglary and Other theft while Mistley had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Aldeburgh recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 29).