Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN2 · Northamptonshire
343
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
395
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Northampton has less crime — 343 vs 395 incidents in February 2026.
Wellingborough saw somewhat more crime than Northampton in February 2026 (395 vs 343 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (46), 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, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 343 vs 395 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Wellingborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wellingborough had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (343 vs 395).