Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE3 · Leicester
328
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Duston has less crime — 318 vs 328 incidents in April 2026.
Duston and Leicester recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 318 and 328 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Leicester has more Criminal damage & arson (42). 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 April 2026 Police data, Duston recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 318 vs 328 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Leicester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Duston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Leicester had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Duston recorded fewer total crimes (318 vs 328).