Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN7 · Northamptonshire
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 48 vs 30 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Northampton has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 30 vs 48 incidents. That is 38% 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 Other theft. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 48).