Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP19 · Suffolk
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
IP1 · Suffolk
373
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Halesworth has less crime — 25 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.
Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Halesworth in February 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 25, a 14.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Halesworth sees higher rates of Weapons possession (4) and Other theft (2), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (91) and Criminal damage & arson (26). Halesworth is below the national average while Ipswich is above, making Halesworth the safer choice on this measure.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Halesworth recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 25 vs 373 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Halesworth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Halesworth saw higher rates of Weapons possession and Other theft while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Halesworth recorded fewer total crimes (25 vs 373).