Badby vs Melton Mowbray — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Badby

NN11 · Northamptonshire

28

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences18
  • Burglary2
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Melton Mowbray

LE13 · Leicestershire

120

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Badby has less crime — 28 vs 120 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Melton Mowbray recorded substantially more crime than Badby in February 2026 — 120 incidents compared to 28, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Badby sees higher rates of Burglary (2), while Melton Mowbray has more Criminal damage & arson (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Badby or Melton Mowbray safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Badby recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 28 vs 120 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Badby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Badby and Melton Mowbray?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Badby saw higher rates of Burglary while Melton Mowbray had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Badby recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 120).

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