Ipswich vs Stow cum Quy — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ipswich

IP1 · Suffolk

373

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences134
  • Shoplifting91
  • Criminal damage & arson26

Stow cum Quy

CB5 · Cambridgeshire

274

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences73
  • Shoplifting46
  • Anti-social behaviour42

Stow cum Quy has less crime — 274 vs 373 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich saw somewhat more crime than Stow cum Quy in February 2026 (373 vs 274 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ipswich sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (26), while Stow cum Quy has more Anti-social behaviour (42). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Ipswich or Stow cum Quy safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Stow cum Quy recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 274 vs 373 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Ipswich and Stow cum Quy?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ipswich saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Stow cum Quy had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Stow cum Quy recorded fewer total crimes (274 vs 373).

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