Bungay vs Bury St Edmunds — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bungay

NR35 · Suffolk

15

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Burglary3

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 · Suffolk

168

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences71
  • Shoplifting25
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Bungay has less crime — 15 vs 168 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Bury St Edmunds recorded substantially more crime than Bungay in March 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 15, a 11.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bungay sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Burglary (3), while Bury St Edmunds has more Shoplifting (25) and Criminal damage & arson (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bungay or Bury St Edmunds safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Bungay recorded fewer crimes than Bury St Edmunds — 15 vs 168 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Bungay is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bungay and Bury St Edmunds?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Bungay saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while Bury St Edmunds had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bungay recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 168).

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