Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE10 · Leicestershire
210
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN16 · Northamptonshire
359
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hinckley has less crime — 210 vs 359 incidents in April 2026.
Kettering recorded notably higher crime than Hinckley in April 2026 — 359 vs 210 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hinckley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (30), while Kettering has more Public order (24). 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, Hinckley recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 210 vs 359 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Kettering is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hinckley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Kettering had more Public order. Overall, Hinckley recorded fewer total crimes (210 vs 359).