Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE1 · Leicester
1,488
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Wellingborough has less crime — 373 vs 1,488 incidents in April 2026.
Leicester recorded substantially more crime than Wellingborough in April 2026 — 1,488 incidents compared to 373, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Public order (198), while Wellingborough has more Shoplifting (29). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Wellingborough recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 373 vs 1,488 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Leicester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Public order while Wellingborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Wellingborough recorded fewer total crimes (373 vs 1,488).