Northampton vs Wigston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Northampton

NN1 · Northamptonshire

838

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences264
  • Anti-social behaviour203
  • Public order57

Wigston

LE18 · Leicestershire

168

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences76
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Public order18

Wigston has less crime — 168 vs 838 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Wigston in April 2026 — 838 incidents compared to 168, a 5.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Northampton records significantly more (264 vs 76 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Northampton or Wigston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wigston recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 168 vs 838 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Northampton recorded 264 incidents of this type vs 76 in Wigston. Overall, Wigston had fewer total crimes (168 vs 838).

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