Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CO15 · Essex
317
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
IP1 · Suffolk
373
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Clacton-on-Sea has less crime — 317 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.
Ipswich saw somewhat more crime than Clacton-on-Sea in February 2026 (373 vs 317 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Clacton-on-Sea sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (26) and Anti-social behaviour (25), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (91) and Criminal damage & arson (26). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Clacton-on-Sea recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 317 vs 373 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Clacton-on-Sea saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Clacton-on-Sea recorded fewer total crimes (317 vs 373).