Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN3 · Northamptonshire
309
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Northampton has less crime — 309 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.
Wellingborough saw somewhat more crime than Northampton in April 2026 (373 vs 309 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while Wellingborough has more Shoplifting (29). 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 April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 309 vs 373 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Wellingborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wellingborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (309 vs 373).