Holbrook vs Leiston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Holbrook

IP9 · Suffolk

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting1

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

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

Holbrook has less crime — 1 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Leiston recorded substantially more crime than Holbrook in February 2026 — 28 incidents compared to 1, a 28.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Holbrook sees higher rates of Shoplifting (1), while Leiston has more Criminal damage & arson (9) and Violence & sexual offences (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holbrook or Leiston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Holbrook recorded fewer crimes than Leiston — 1 vs 28 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Holbrook is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Holbrook saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Leiston had more Criminal damage & arson and Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Holbrook recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 28).

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