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Portman Road ranks as second-safest stadium among top clubs

NewsLast updated 26 August, 2024

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Oliver Rouane-Williams

26 August, 2024

According to recent arrest data, Ipswich Town's Portman Road has been named the second-safest stadium among England's twenty-five most-supported football clubs.

Ipswich Town Football Club – Welcome to Portman Road — Portman Road has been named the second-safest stadium among England's twenty-five most-supported football clubsHolly Williams

Portman Road has long been described as a metaphorical "fortress" because of the players' on-field performances. Now, research by Get Licensed suggests that it's also a fortress for the fans' off-field performances, too.

Why it matters: Portman Road's low arrest rate highlights the club's excellent fan culture and commitment to fan safety and positive match-day experiences.

Safest stadiums of England's top 25 most-supported clubs based on number of arrests

By the numbers:

Ipswich Town recorded 0.12 arrests per 10,000 supporters during the 2022/23 season
There were only seven arrests made at the stadium throughout the season
Only Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park had a lower rate at 0.06 arrests per 10,000 fans

The big picture: The data comes from a study of arrest rates at England's top 25 most-supported clubs based on attendance figures.

Between the lines: The low arrest rate indicates effective security measures and highlights the club's positive fan culture.

Looking ahead: The club's safety record outperformed all but one Premier League club last year.

Some will rightly point out that there's been very little cause for trouble these past two seasons, so let's ensure that Portman Road remains a safe and enjoyable place for fans from across the country to watch football in a season where not every result will go our way.

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Ellisons announces sponsorship of Ipswich Sports Club

NewsLast updated 14 April, 2025

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14 April, 2025

Local law firm Ellisons is backing Ipswich Sports Club to help make sport accessible to all, including schools, disabled individuals and disadvantaged community members.

Why it matters: Without sponsorship support, the Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) would struggle to maintain its current level of access, facilities and programmes for the local community.

In their words: "The support from Ellisons, alongside our other sponsors, is absolutely invaluable. Without their generosity, we simply wouldn't be able to offer the same level of access, facilities and programmes," said Andy Isles, Chairman of Ipswich Sports Club .

Guy Longhurst, Lorna Denton-Cardew, George Burley, Andy Isles and Simone DowsingEllisons

The bigger picture: Ipswich Sports Club has established itself as a cornerstone of local sport, offering various activities and developing talent from grassroots to professional levels.

The club has produced elite athletes and regularly hosts prestigious international tournaments.

What they're saying: "We're incredibly proud to sponsor a club with such a strong reputation for developing talent and attracting international tournaments," said Guy Longhurst , Managing Partner at Ellisons .

"Sport has a unique ability to unite communities, you only have to look at ITFC at the moment for proof of that, so it's crucial that organisations like Ipswich Sports Club continue to thrive," he added.

Longhurst also noted a personal benefit to the partnership: "I also love a game of Padel and see this as a great excuse to make use of the facilities myself!"

The bottom line: This partnership reflects the latest commitment from Ellisons to support community initiatives with lasting impact, after just last week announcing their partnership with Brighten the Corners, whilst ensuring the sports club can provide an inclusive environment for enthusiasts of all abilities.