Harwich vs Hemingstone — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Harwich

CO12 · Essex

126

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences47
  • Shoplifting21
  • Criminal damage & arson17

Hemingstone

IP6 · Suffolk

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Burglary1

Hemingstone has less crime — 3 vs 126 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Harwich recorded substantially more crime than Hemingstone in April 2026 — 126 incidents compared to 3, a 42.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harwich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21) and Criminal damage & arson (17), while Hemingstone has more Burglary (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Harwich or Hemingstone safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hemingstone recorded fewer crimes than Harwich — 3 vs 126 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Hemingstone is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Harwich and Hemingstone?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Harwich saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Hemingstone had more Burglary. Overall, Hemingstone recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 126).

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