Fordham vs Sproughton — 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

Sproughton

IP8 · Suffolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1

Sproughton has less crime — 1 vs 2 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Fordham recorded notably higher crime than Sproughton in April 2026 — 2 vs 1 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fordham sees higher rates of Public order (1) and Criminal damage & arson (1), while Sproughton has more Violence & sexual offences (1). 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 Sproughton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sproughton recorded fewer crimes than Fordham — 1 vs 2 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Sproughton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Fordham saw higher rates of Public order and Criminal damage & arson while Sproughton had more Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Sproughton recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 2).

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