Updated April 20265 areas
Suffolk Crime Rankings 2026
Mid Suffolk is the safest area in Suffolk with a crime rate of 39.9 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 56.7 compares to a UK average of 81.3.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: April 2026 • Updated monthly
Mid Suffolk
Safest in Suffolk
39.9 per 1k
Ipswich
Highest Crime in Suffolk
91.4 per 1k
81.3
UK Average
per 1k residents
3
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
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Suffolk's average crime rate of 56.7 per 1,000 residents is 24.6 below the UK average of 81.3.
Suffolk Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mid Suffolk | 39.9 | -4.8% |
| 2 | Babergh | 42.6 | -9.7% |
| 3 | East Suffolk | 52.8 | +1.3% |
| 4 | West Suffolk | 56.9 | -1.3% |
| 5 | Ipswich | 91.4 | +18.1% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Suffolk? expand_more
Mid Suffolk has the lowest crime rate in Suffolk at 39.9 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Suffolk compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Suffolk is 56.7 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.3.
Is crime improving in Suffolk? expand_more
3 of 5 areas in Suffolk recorded fewer crimes than the same period last year.
Data: Police.uk (OGL v3.0) · Population: ONS Census 2021 · Methodology