Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
IP16 · Suffolk
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CO11 · Essex
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Leiston has less crime — 28 vs 29 incidents in February 2026.
Leiston and Mistley recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 28 and 29 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leiston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Mistley has more Shoplifting (6) and Public order (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Leiston recorded fewer crimes than Mistley — 28 vs 29 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Leiston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Leiston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Mistley had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Leiston recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 29).