Colchester vs Sproughton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Colchester

CO3 · Essex

96

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Public order7

Sproughton

IP8 · Suffolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Sproughton has less crime — 1 vs 96 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Colchester recorded substantially more crime than Sproughton in April 2026 — 96 incidents compared to 1, a 96.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Colchester records significantly more (41 vs 1 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Colchester or Sproughton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sproughton recorded fewer crimes than Colchester — 1 vs 96 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Sproughton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Colchester and Sproughton?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Colchester recorded 41 incidents of this type vs 1 in Sproughton. Overall, Sproughton had fewer total crimes (1 vs 96).

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