Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN12 · Northamptonshire
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Towcester has less crime — 66 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Wigston recorded substantially more crime than Towcester in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 66, a 2.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Towcester sees higher rates of Other theft (6), 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, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Wigston — 66 vs 168 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Towcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Towcester saw higher rates of Other theft while Wigston had more Public order. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (66 vs 168).