Ipswich vs Thetford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ipswich

IP1 · Suffolk

407

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences163
  • Shoplifting102
  • Public order28

Thetford

IP24 · Norfolk

135

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Public order9

Thetford has less crime — 135 vs 407 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Thetford in April 2026 — 407 incidents compared to 135, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ipswich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (102), while Thetford has more Anti-social behaviour (34). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ipswich or Thetford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Thetford recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 135 vs 407 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Ipswich saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thetford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Thetford recorded fewer total crimes (135 vs 407).

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