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

NN7 · Northamptonshire

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Other theft7

Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kettering recorded notably higher crime than Northampton in April 2026 — 108 vs 48 incidents. 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, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 48 vs 108 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Kettering's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (41 incidents) while Northampton's was Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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