Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN17 · Northamptonshire
78
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LE13 · Leicestershire
120
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Corby has less crime — 78 vs 120 incidents in February 2026.
Melton Mowbray recorded notably higher crime than Corby in February 2026 — 120 vs 78 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Corby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), 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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Based on February 2026 Police data, Corby recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 78 vs 120 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Corby is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Corby saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Melton Mowbray had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Corby recorded fewer total crimes (78 vs 120).