Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN1 · Northamptonshire
888
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
395
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Wellingborough has less crime — 395 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Wellingborough in February 2026 — 888 vs 395 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (69), 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 Northampton — 395 vs 888 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Wellingborough had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wellingborough recorded fewer total crimes (395 vs 888).