Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN10 · Northamptonshire
272
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 272 incidents in April 2026.
Rushden recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 272 incidents compared to 30, a 9.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Rushden has more Shoplifting (27). Irthlingborough is below the national average while Rushden 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 Rushden — 30 vs 272 incidents. That is 89% 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 Rushden had more Shoplifting. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 272).