Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP1 · Suffolk
373
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
IP4 · Suffolk
247
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Ipswich has less crime — 247 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.
Ipswich recorded notably higher crime than Ipswich in February 2026 — 373 vs 247 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ipswich sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (26), while Ipswich has more Vehicle crime (23). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Ipswich recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 247 vs 373 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ipswich saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Ipswich had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Ipswich recorded fewer total crimes (247 vs 373).