Cosgrove vs Wellingborough — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cosgrove

MK19 · Northamptonshire

7

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Drugs1

Wellingborough

NN8 · Northamptonshire

373

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Anti-social behaviour107
  • Shoplifting29

Cosgrove has less crime — 7 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wellingborough recorded substantially more crime than Cosgrove in April 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 7, a 53.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cosgrove sees higher rates of Drugs (1), while Wellingborough has more Shoplifting (29). Cosgrove is below the national average while Wellingborough is above, making Cosgrove the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cosgrove or Wellingborough safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cosgrove recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 7 vs 373 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. Cosgrove is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cosgrove and Wellingborough?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cosgrove saw higher rates of Drugs while Wellingborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Cosgrove recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 373).

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