Great Shelford vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Great Shelford

CB2 · Cambridgeshire

125

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences34
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Shoplifting14

Ipswich

IP1 · Suffolk

373

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Shoplifting91
  • Criminal damage & arson26

Great Shelford has less crime — 125 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Great Shelford in February 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 125, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Shelford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (15), while Ipswich has more Criminal damage & arson (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Great Shelford or Ipswich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Great Shelford recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 125 vs 373 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Great Shelford and Ipswich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Great Shelford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Ipswich had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Great Shelford recorded fewer total crimes (125 vs 373).

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