Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
318
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Wigston has less crime — 168 vs 318 incidents in April 2026.
Duston recorded notably higher crime than Wigston in April 2026 — 318 vs 168 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Wigston has more Public order (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Wigston recorded fewer crimes than Duston — 168 vs 318 incidents. That is 47% 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 Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Wigston recorded fewer total crimes (168 vs 318).