Bishops Stortford vs Haverhill — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bishops Stortford

CM23 · Hertfordshire

218

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences72
  • Anti-social behaviour44
  • Shoplifting35

Haverhill

CB9 · Suffolk

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Haverhill has less crime — 160 vs 218 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bishops Stortford saw somewhat more crime than Haverhill in April 2026 (218 vs 160 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bishops Stortford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35), while Haverhill has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bishops Stortford or Haverhill safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Haverhill recorded fewer crimes than Bishops Stortford — 160 vs 218 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Bishops Stortford is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Bishops Stortford and Haverhill?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bishops Stortford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Haverhill had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Haverhill recorded fewer total crimes (160 vs 218).

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