Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE13 · Leicestershire
160
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.
Melton Mowbray recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 30, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Melton Mowbray has more Shoplifting (29). 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, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 30 vs 160 incidents. That is 81% 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 Melton Mowbray had more Shoplifting. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 160).