Haverhill vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Haverhill

CB9 · Suffolk

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Ipswich

IP3 · Suffolk

202

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences92
  • Shoplifting32
  • Other theft13

Haverhill has less crime — 160 vs 202 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich saw somewhat more crime than Haverhill in April 2026 (202 vs 160 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haverhill sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Criminal damage & arson (13), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (32) and Other theft (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Haverhill or Ipswich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Haverhill recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 160 vs 202 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Haverhill saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Haverhill recorded fewer total crimes (160 vs 202).

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