Harwich vs Ovington — 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

Ovington

IP25 · Norfolk

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other theft1

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

What the data shows

Harwich recorded substantially more crime than Ovington 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 Ovington has more Other theft (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 Ovington safer?

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

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

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

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