Aldham vs Pakenham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Aldham

IP7 · Suffolk

4

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other theft1
  • Other crime1

Pakenham

IP31 · Suffolk

9

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Aldham has less crime — 4 vs 9 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Pakenham recorded notably higher crime than Aldham in March 2026 — 9 vs 4 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aldham sees higher rates of Other theft (1) and Other crime (1), while Pakenham has more Anti-social behaviour (1) and Criminal damage & arson (1). 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 Pakenham safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Aldham recorded fewer crimes than Pakenham — 4 vs 9 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Aldham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Aldham saw higher rates of Other theft and Other crime while Pakenham had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Aldham recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 9).

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