Hemingstone vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hemingstone

IP6 · Suffolk

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1

Ipswich

IP2 · Suffolk

260

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences112
  • Shoplifting24
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Hemingstone has less crime — 1 vs 260 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Hemingstone in February 2026 — 260 incidents compared to 1, a 260.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hemingstone sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1), while Ipswich has more Violence & sexual offences (112) and Shoplifting (24). Hemingstone is below the national average while Ipswich is above, making Hemingstone the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hemingstone or Ipswich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hemingstone recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 1 vs 260 incidents. That is 100% fewer crimes. Hemingstone is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hemingstone saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Ipswich had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Hemingstone recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 260).

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