Hessett vs Leiston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hessett

IP30 · Suffolk

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Hessett has less crime — 2 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leiston recorded substantially more crime than Hessett in February 2026 — 28 incidents compared to 2, a 14.0x 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 Hessett or Leiston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hessett recorded fewer crimes than Leiston — 2 vs 28 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Hessett is also below the national average for crime.

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

In February 2026, Hessett's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (2 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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