Corby vs Kettering — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Corby

NN18 · Northamptonshire

313

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences118
  • Anti-social behaviour80
  • Criminal damage & arson26

Kettering

NN15 · Northamptonshire

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Other theft9

Kettering has less crime — 108 vs 313 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Corby recorded substantially more crime than Kettering in April 2026 — 313 incidents compared to 108, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Corby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (26), while Kettering has more Other theft (9). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Corby or Kettering safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kettering recorded fewer crimes than Corby — 108 vs 313 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Corby is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Corby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Kettering had more Other theft. Overall, Kettering recorded fewer total crimes (108 vs 313).

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