Brandon vs Pakenham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brandon

IP27 · Suffolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1

Pakenham

IP31 · Suffolk

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Other theft1

Brandon has less crime — 1 vs 6 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Pakenham recorded substantially more crime than Brandon in April 2026 — 6 incidents compared to 1, a 6.0x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brandon or Pakenham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brandon recorded fewer crimes than Pakenham — 1 vs 6 incidents. That is 83% fewer crimes. Brandon is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Brandon's top crime category was Other theft (1 incidents) while Pakenham's was Violence & sexual offences (3 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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