Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN12 · Northamptonshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
197
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Towcester has less crime — 40 vs 197 incidents in February 2026.
Wigston recorded substantially more crime than Towcester in February 2026 — 197 incidents compared to 40, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Towcester sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (8), while Wigston has more Shoplifting (19). Towcester is below the national average while Wigston 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 Wigston — 40 vs 197 incidents. That is 80% 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 Wigston had more Shoplifting. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 197).