Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE12 · Leicestershire
361
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 361 incidents in April 2026.
Loughborough recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 361 incidents compared to 30, a 12.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Loughborough has more Shoplifting (93). Irthlingborough is below the national average while Loughborough is above, making Irthlingborough the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than Loughborough — 30 vs 361 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Irthlingborough is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Irthlingborough saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Loughborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 361).