Hardwick vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hardwick

CB3 · Cambridgeshire

97

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Other theft15

Ipswich

IP3 · Suffolk

202

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences92
  • Shoplifting32
  • Other theft13

Hardwick has less crime — 97 vs 202 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded notably higher crime than Hardwick in April 2026 — 202 vs 97 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hardwick sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (32). Hardwick is below the national average while Ipswich is above, making Hardwick the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hardwick or Ipswich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hardwick recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 97 vs 202 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Hardwick is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Hardwick and Ipswich?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hardwick saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Ipswich had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hardwick recorded fewer total crimes (97 vs 202).

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