Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN18 · Northamptonshire
313
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Wigston has less crime — 168 vs 313 incidents in April 2026.
Corby recorded notably higher crime than Wigston in April 2026 — 313 vs 168 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Corby sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (26), 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, Wigston recorded fewer crimes than Corby — 168 vs 313 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Corby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Corby saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Wigston recorded fewer total crimes (168 vs 313).