Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN3 · Northamptonshire
309
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 309 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 309 incidents compared to 30, a 10.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Northampton has more Criminal damage & arson (28). Irthlingborough is below the national average while Northampton 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 Northampton — 30 vs 309 incidents. That is 90% 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 Northampton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 309).