Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE2 · Leicester
321
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Duston has less crime — 318 vs 321 incidents in April 2026.
Duston and Oadby recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 318 and 321 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (85), while Oadby has more Public order (34). 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 Oadby — 318 vs 321 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. Oadby is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Duston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Oadby had more Public order. Overall, Duston recorded fewer total crimes (318 vs 321).