Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE11 · Leicestershire
422
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
390
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wellingborough has less crime — 390 vs 422 incidents in February 2026.
Loughborough and Wellingborough recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 422 and 390 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Loughborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (80), while Wellingborough has more Criminal damage & arson (31). 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 February 2026 Police data, Wellingborough recorded fewer crimes than Loughborough — 390 vs 422 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Loughborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Loughborough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wellingborough had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wellingborough recorded fewer total crimes (390 vs 422).