Brandon vs Hardwick — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brandon

IP27 · Suffolk

5

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other crime1

Hardwick

CB3 · Cambridgeshire

136

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Vehicle crime19
  • Anti-social behaviour16

Brandon has less crime — 5 vs 136 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Hardwick recorded substantially more crime than Brandon in March 2026 — 136 incidents compared to 5, a 27.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brandon sees higher rates of Other crime (1), while Hardwick has more Vehicle crime (19) and Anti-social behaviour (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brandon or Hardwick safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Brandon recorded fewer crimes than Hardwick — 5 vs 136 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Brandon is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Brandon and Hardwick?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Brandon saw higher rates of Other crime while Hardwick had more Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Brandon recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 136).

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