Northampton vs Towcester — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Northampton

NN7 · Northamptonshire

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Other theft7

Towcester

NN12 · Northamptonshire

66

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Other theft6

Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 66 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Towcester saw somewhat more crime than Northampton in April 2026 (66 vs 48 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Northampton or Towcester safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Towcester — 48 vs 66 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.

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

In April 2026, Northampton's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) while Towcester's was Violence & sexual offences (19 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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