Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP2 · Suffolk
273
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
NR5 · Norfolk
203
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Norwich has less crime — 203 vs 273 incidents in March 2026.
Ipswich saw somewhat more crime than Norwich in March 2026 (273 vs 203 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ipswich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (39) and Public order (26), while Norwich has more Anti-social behaviour (24) and Criminal damage & arson (19). 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 March 2026 Police data, Norwich recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 203 vs 273 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Ipswich saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Norwich had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Norwich recorded fewer total crimes (203 vs 273).