Northampton vs Northampton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Northampton

NN1 · Northamptonshire

888

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences257
  • Anti-social behaviour236
  • Vehicle crime69

Northampton

NN2 · Northamptonshire

343

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences100
  • Anti-social behaviour88
  • Shoplifting46

Northampton has less crime — 343 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Northampton in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 343, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (69), while Northampton has more Shoplifting (46). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Northampton or Northampton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 343 vs 888 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Northampton had more Shoplifting. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (343 vs 888).

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