Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CO2 · Essex
203
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
IP3 · Suffolk
202
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Ipswich has less crime — 202 vs 203 incidents in April 2026.
Colchester and Ipswich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 203 and 202 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colchester sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (26) and Vehicle crime (18), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (32) and Other theft (13). 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 April 2026 Police data, Ipswich recorded fewer crimes than Colchester — 202 vs 203 incidents. That is 0% fewer crimes. Colchester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Colchester saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Ipswich recorded fewer total crimes (202 vs 203).