Fordham vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Fordham

CO6 · Essex

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Public order1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Ipswich

IP2 · Suffolk

312

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences143
  • Shoplifting37
  • Criminal damage & arson32

Fordham has less crime — 2 vs 312 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Fordham in April 2026 — 312 incidents compared to 2, a 156.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fordham sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Ipswich has more Violence & sexual offences (143) and Shoplifting (37). Fordham is below the national average while Ipswich is above, making Fordham the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fordham or Ipswich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Fordham recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 2 vs 312 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Fordham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Fordham and Ipswich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fordham saw higher rates of Public order while Ipswich had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Fordham recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 312).

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