Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE12 · Leicestershire
361
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Duston has less crime — 318 vs 361 incidents in April 2026.
Duston and Loughborough recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 318 and 361 incidents respectively. 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 Loughborough — 318 vs 361 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Loughborough is above the national average.
In April 2026, Duston's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (85 incidents) while Loughborough's was Shoplifting (93 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.