Kettering vs Northampton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Kettering

NN15 · Northamptonshire

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Other theft9

Northampton

NN3 · Northamptonshire

309

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Criminal damage & arson28

Kettering has less crime — 108 vs 309 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Kettering in April 2026 — 309 incidents compared to 108, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Other theft (9), while Northampton has more Criminal damage & arson (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kettering or Northampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Kettering recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 108 vs 309 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Kettering and Northampton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Other theft while Northampton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Kettering recorded fewer total crimes (108 vs 309).

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