Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.
Wellingborough recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 30, a 12.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Irthlingborough sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Wellingborough has more Shoplifting (29). Irthlingborough is below the national average while Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough — 30 vs 373 incidents. That is 92% 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 Wellingborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 373).