Haverhill vs Ipswich — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Haverhill

CB9 · Suffolk

146

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Criminal damage & arson16
  • Other theft14

Ipswich

IP2 · Suffolk

260

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

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

Haverhill has less crime — 146 vs 260 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Ipswich recorded notably higher crime than Haverhill in February 2026 — 260 vs 146 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haverhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (16) and Other theft (14), while Ipswich has more Shoplifting (24) and Anti-social behaviour (23). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Haverhill or Ipswich safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Haverhill recorded fewer crimes than Ipswich — 146 vs 260 incidents. That is 44% fewer crimes. Ipswich is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Haverhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Other theft while Ipswich had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Haverhill recorded fewer total crimes (146 vs 260).

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