Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE12 · Leicestershire
361
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN3 · Northamptonshire
309
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Northampton has less crime — 309 vs 361 incidents in April 2026.
Loughborough saw somewhat more crime than Northampton in April 2026 (361 vs 309 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Loughborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (93), while Northampton has more Criminal damage & arson (28). 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, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Loughborough — 309 vs 361 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Loughborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Loughborough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (309 vs 361).