Dingley vs Melton Mowbray — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dingley

LE16 · Northamptonshire

34

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Shoplifting9
  • Anti-social behaviour6

Melton Mowbray

LE13 · Leicestershire

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Shoplifting29
  • Anti-social behaviour26

Dingley has less crime — 34 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Melton Mowbray recorded substantially more crime than Dingley in April 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 34, a 4.7x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Melton Mowbray records significantly more (61 vs 12 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dingley or Melton Mowbray safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dingley recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 34 vs 160 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Dingley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dingley and Melton Mowbray?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Dingley recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 61 in Melton Mowbray. Overall, Dingley had fewer total crimes (34 vs 160).

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