Ipswich vs Smallburgh — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Ipswich

IP4 · Suffolk

247

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences93
  • Shoplifting45
  • Vehicle crime23

Smallburgh

NR12 · Norfolk

3

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Weapons possession1
  • Public order1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Smallburgh has less crime — 3 vs 247 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded substantially more crime than Smallburgh in February 2026 — 247 incidents compared to 3, a 82.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ipswich sees higher rates of Shoplifting (45) and Vehicle crime (23), while Smallburgh has more Weapons possession (1) and Public order (1). Ipswich sits above the national average for recorded crime while Smallburgh is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ipswich or Smallburgh safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Smallburgh recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 3 vs 247 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Smallburgh is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ipswich saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Smallburgh had more Weapons possession and Public order. Overall, Smallburgh recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 247).

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