Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CO7 · Essex
9
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
IP14 · Suffolk
12
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Elmstead has less crime — 9 vs 12 incidents in April 2026.
Stowupland saw somewhat more crime than Elmstead in April 2026 (12 vs 9 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Elmstead sees higher rates of Shoplifting (2) and Public order (2), while Stowupland has more Anti-social behaviour (3) and Robbery (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Elmstead recorded fewer crimes than Stowupland — 9 vs 12 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Elmstead is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Elmstead saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Stowupland had more Anti-social behaviour and Robbery. Overall, Elmstead recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 12).