Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN2 · Northamptonshire
281
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Northampton has less crime — 281 vs 318 incidents in April 2026.
Duston and Northampton recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 318 and 281 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Northampton has more Public order (25). 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, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Duston — 281 vs 318 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Duston 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, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (281 vs 318).