Bury St Edmunds vs Holt — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 · Suffolk

168

crimes in March 2026

Near national average

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

Holt

NR25 · Norfolk

4

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage & arson1
  • Public order1

Holt has less crime — 4 vs 168 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Bury St Edmunds recorded substantially more crime than Holt in March 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 4, a 42.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bury St Edmunds sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (71) and Shoplifting (25), while Holt has more Anti-social behaviour (1) and Public order (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 Holt safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Holt recorded fewer crimes than Bury St Edmunds — 4 vs 168 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Holt is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Bury St Edmunds saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Holt had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Holt recorded fewer total crimes (4 vs 168).

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