Fordham vs Kesgrave — 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

Kesgrave

IP5 · Suffolk

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Fordham has less crime — 2 vs 36 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kesgrave recorded substantially more crime than Fordham in April 2026 — 36 incidents compared to 2, a 18.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fordham sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Kesgrave has more Violence & sexual offences (17) and Anti-social behaviour (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fordham or Kesgrave safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Fordham recorded fewer crimes than Kesgrave — 2 vs 36 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Fordham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fordham saw higher rates of Public order while Kesgrave had more Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Fordham recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 36).

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