Harwich vs Holbrook — 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

Holbrook

IP9 · Suffolk

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Public order1

Holbrook has less crime — 1 vs 126 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Harwich recorded substantially more crime than Holbrook in April 2026 — 126 incidents compared to 1, a 126.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harwich sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (47) and Shoplifting (21), while Holbrook has more Public order (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 Holbrook safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Holbrook recorded fewer crimes than Harwich — 1 vs 126 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Holbrook is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Harwich saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Holbrook had more Public order. Overall, Holbrook recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 126).

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