Dingley vs Northampton — 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

Northampton

NN7 · Northamptonshire

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Other theft7

Dingley has less crime — 34 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton saw somewhat more crime than Dingley in April 2026 (48 vs 34 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dingley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9), while Northampton has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dingley or Northampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dingley recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 34 vs 48 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Dingley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dingley and Northampton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dingley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Other theft. Overall, Dingley recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 48).

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