Blofield vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Blofield

NR13 · Norfolk

7

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Drugs1

Ipswich

IP1 · Suffolk

373

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Shoplifting91
  • Criminal damage & arson26

Blofield has less crime — 7 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Blofield in February 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 7, a 53.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Blofield sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Drugs (1), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (91) and Criminal damage & arson (26). Blofield is below the national average while Ipswich is above, making Blofield the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blofield or Ipswich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Blofield recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 7 vs 373 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Blofield is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Blofield and Ipswich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Blofield saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Drugs while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Blofield recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 373).

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