Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN17 · Northamptonshire
78
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN12 · Northamptonshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Towcester has less crime — 40 vs 78 incidents in February 2026.
Corby recorded notably higher crime than Towcester in February 2026 — 78 vs 40 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Corby sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), while Towcester has more Vehicle crime (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Corby — 40 vs 78 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Towcester 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 Towcester had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 78).