Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE3 · Leicester
328
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Leicester has less crime — 328 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.
Leicester and Wellingborough recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 328 and 373 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (42), 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, Leicester recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 328 vs 373 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Wellingborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wellingborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Leicester recorded fewer total crimes (328 vs 373).