Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE16 · Northamptonshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN3 · Northamptonshire
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Dingley has less crime — 28 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Dingley in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 28, a 9.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dingley sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Shoplifting (6), while Northampton has more Anti-social behaviour (48) and Vehicle crime (39). Dingley is below the national average while Northampton is above, making Dingley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dingley recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 28 vs 265 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Dingley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dingley saw higher rates of Other theft and Shoplifting while Northampton had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Dingley recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 265).