Bungay vs Leiston — 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

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

34

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Other theft5
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Bungay has less crime — 15 vs 34 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Leiston recorded notably higher crime than Bungay in March 2026 — 34 vs 15 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bungay sees higher rates of Burglary (3), while Leiston has more Other theft (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bungay or Leiston safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Bungay recorded fewer crimes than Leiston — 15 vs 34 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Bungay is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bungay and Leiston?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Bungay saw higher rates of Burglary while Leiston had more Other theft. Overall, Bungay recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 34).

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