Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN7 · Northamptonshire
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Wigston recorded substantially more crime than Northampton in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 48, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Other theft (7), while Wigston has more Public order (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Wigston — 48 vs 168 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Other theft while Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 168).