Bury St Edmunds vs Haverhill — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bury St Edmunds

IP32 · Suffolk

149

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences59
  • Shoplifting23
  • Criminal damage & arson18

Haverhill

CB9 · Suffolk

192

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences80
  • Criminal damage & arson24
  • Other theft17

Bury St Edmunds has less crime — 149 vs 192 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Haverhill saw somewhat more crime than Bury St Edmunds in March 2026 (192 vs 149 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bury St Edmunds sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23), while Haverhill has more Other theft (17). 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 Haverhill safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Bury St Edmunds recorded fewer crimes than Haverhill — 149 vs 192 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Bury St Edmunds saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Haverhill had more Other theft. Overall, Bury St Edmunds recorded fewer total crimes (149 vs 192).

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