Harwich vs Leiston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Harwich

CO12 · Essex

77

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour15
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Violence & sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Leiston has less crime — 28 vs 77 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Harwich recorded substantially more crime than Leiston in February 2026 — 77 incidents compared to 28, a 2.8x difference. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Harwich or Leiston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Leiston recorded fewer crimes than Harwich — 28 vs 77 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Leiston is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Harwich's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (32 incidents) while Leiston's was Criminal damage & arson (9 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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