Leiston vs Sudbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leiston

IP16 · Suffolk

30

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Other theft2

Sudbury

CO10 · Suffolk

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft4
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Public order2

Sudbury has less crime — 12 vs 30 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leiston recorded substantially more crime than Sudbury in April 2026 — 30 incidents compared to 12, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leiston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3), while Sudbury has more Public order (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leiston or Sudbury safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sudbury recorded fewer crimes than Leiston — 12 vs 30 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Sudbury is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Leiston and Sudbury?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leiston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Sudbury had more Public order. Overall, Sudbury recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 30).

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