Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN4 · Northamptonshire
179
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 179 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 179 incidents compared to 30, a 6.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Northampton has more Criminal damage & arson (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, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 30 vs 179 incidents. That is 83% 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 179).