Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
215
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NN16 · Northamptonshire
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Duston has less crime — 215 vs 315 incidents in February 2026.
Kettering saw somewhat more crime than Duston in February 2026 (315 vs 215 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Burglary (21), while Kettering has more Shoplifting (29). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Duston recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 215 vs 315 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Kettering is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Duston saw higher rates of Burglary while Kettering had more Shoplifting. Overall, Duston recorded fewer total crimes (215 vs 315).