Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NR31 · Norfolk
239
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
IP1 · Suffolk
325
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Great Yarmouth has less crime — 239 vs 325 incidents in March 2026.
Ipswich saw somewhat more crime than Great Yarmouth in March 2026 (325 vs 239 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Yarmouth sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (34) and Public order (25), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (98) and Criminal damage & arson (23). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Great Yarmouth recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 239 vs 325 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Great Yarmouth saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Great Yarmouth recorded fewer total crimes (239 vs 325).