Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN13 · Northamptonshire
50
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Brackley has less crime — 50 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Wigston recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 50, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Wigston has more Public order (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Wigston — 50 vs 168 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Brackley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Brackley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 168).