Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN12 · Northamptonshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
395
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Towcester has less crime — 40 vs 395 incidents in February 2026.
Wellingborough recorded substantially more crime than Towcester in February 2026 — 395 incidents compared to 40, a 9.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Towcester sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8), while Wellingborough has more Criminal damage & arson (31). Towcester is below the national average while Wellingborough is above, making Towcester the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 40 vs 395 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Towcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Towcester saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Wellingborough had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 395).