Bury St Edmunds vs Felixstowe — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bury St Edmunds

IP32 · Suffolk

155

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Shoplifting23
  • Public order18

Felixstowe

IP11 · Suffolk

95

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Shoplifting13
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Felixstowe has less crime — 95 vs 155 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bury St Edmunds recorded notably higher crime than Felixstowe in April 2026 — 155 vs 95 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bury St Edmunds sees higher rates of Public order (18), while Felixstowe has more Criminal damage & arson (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bury St Edmunds or Felixstowe safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Felixstowe recorded fewer crimes than Bury St Edmunds — 95 vs 155 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Felixstowe is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bury St Edmunds saw higher rates of Public order while Felixstowe had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Felixstowe recorded fewer total crimes (95 vs 155).

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