Ipswich vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ipswich

IP2 · Suffolk

312

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences143
  • Shoplifting37
  • Criminal damage & arson32

Ipswich

IP4 · Suffolk

309

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences121
  • Shoplifting66
  • Criminal damage & arson33

Ipswich has less crime — 309 vs 312 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich and Ipswich recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 312 and 309 incidents respectively. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Ipswich records significantly more (143 vs 121 incidents). 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 Ipswich safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Ipswich recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 309 vs 312 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Ipswich recorded 143 incidents of this type vs 121 in Ipswich. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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