Kelsale vs Kesgrave — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kelsale

IP17 · Suffolk

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences1
  • Weapons possession1

Kesgrave

IP5 · Suffolk

36

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Anti-social behaviour8
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Kelsale has less crime — 2 vs 36 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kesgrave recorded substantially more crime than Kelsale in April 2026 — 36 incidents compared to 2, a 18.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kelsale sees higher rates of Weapons possession (1), while Kesgrave has more Anti-social behaviour (8) and Criminal damage & arson (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kelsale or Kesgrave safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kelsale recorded fewer crimes than Kesgrave — 2 vs 36 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Kelsale is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kelsale and Kesgrave?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kelsale saw higher rates of Weapons possession while Kesgrave had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Kelsale recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 36).

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