Ipswich vs Woodditton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ipswich

IP2 · Suffolk

260

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences112
  • Shoplifting24
  • Anti-social behaviour23

Woodditton

CB8 · Cambridgeshire

6

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Drugs1
  • Burglary1

Woodditton has less crime — 6 vs 260 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Woodditton in February 2026 — 260 incidents compared to 6, a 43.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ipswich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24) and Anti-social behaviour (23), while Woodditton has more Drugs (1) and Burglary (1). Ipswich sits above the national average for recorded crime while Woodditton is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ipswich or Woodditton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 6 vs 260 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Woodditton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ipswich saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Woodditton had more Drugs and Burglary. Overall, Woodditton recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 260).

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