Northampton vs Northampton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Northampton

NN3 · Northamptonshire

309

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Anti-social behaviour59
  • Criminal damage & arson28

Northampton

NN4 · Northamptonshire

179

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences67
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Criminal damage & arson18

Northampton has less crime — 179 vs 309 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Northampton in April 2026 — 309 vs 179 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Northampton records significantly more (116 vs 67 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 Northampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 179 vs 309 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Northampton recorded 116 incidents of this type vs 67 in Northampton. Overall, Northampton had fewer total crimes (179 vs 309).

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