Aldham vs Harwich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Aldham

IP7 · Suffolk

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting1

Harwich

CO12 · Essex

77

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Aldham has less crime — 1 vs 77 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Harwich recorded substantially more crime than Aldham in February 2026 — 77 incidents compared to 1, a 77.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (1), while Harwich has more Violence & sexual offences (32) and Anti-social behaviour (15). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aldham or Harwich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Aldham recorded fewer crimes than Harwich — 1 vs 77 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Aldham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Aldham and Harwich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aldham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Harwich had more Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Aldham recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 77).

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