Bury St Edmunds vs Hevingham — 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

Hevingham

NR10 · Norfolk

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Hevingham has less crime — 2 vs 155 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bury St Edmunds recorded substantially more crime than Hevingham in April 2026 — 155 incidents compared to 2, a 77.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bury St Edmunds sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23) and Public order (18), while Hevingham has more Vehicle crime (1). 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 Hevingham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hevingham recorded fewer crimes than Bury St Edmunds — 2 vs 155 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Hevingham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bury St Edmunds saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Hevingham had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Hevingham recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 155).

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