Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN1 · Northamptonshire
838
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Duston has less crime — 318 vs 838 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Duston in April 2026 — 838 incidents compared to 318, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Northampton has more Public order (57). 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 Northampton — 318 vs 838 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Duston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Public order. Overall, Duston recorded fewer total crimes (318 vs 838).