Rushden vs Wigston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Rushden

NN10 · Northamptonshire

272

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences95
  • Anti-social behaviour71
  • Shoplifting27

Wigston

LE18 · Leicestershire

168

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences76
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Public order18

Wigston has less crime — 168 vs 272 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rushden recorded notably higher crime than Wigston in April 2026 — 272 vs 168 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rushden sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Rushden or Wigston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wigston recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 168 vs 272 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Rushden is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Rushden and Wigston?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Rushden saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Wigston recorded fewer total crimes (168 vs 272).

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