Corby vs Northampton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Corby

NN17 · Northamptonshire

103

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences34
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Shoplifting21

Northampton

NN7 · Northamptonshire

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Other theft7

Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 103 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Corby recorded notably higher crime than Northampton in April 2026 — 103 vs 48 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Corby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (21), while Northampton has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Corby or Northampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Corby — 48 vs 103 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Corby and Northampton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Corby saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Other theft. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 103).

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