Safest Places to Live in Northampton 2026

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton (NN7) recorded the lowest crime rate in Northampton, with 47 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Northampton (NN1) recorded 838 crimes in the same period — more than 17x the crime count of the safest area. The 5 postcode areas analysed in Northampton span both ends of the spectrum — some well below and others well above the national crime benchmark. Even in the safest area, anti-social behaviour is the most commonly recorded crime type.

Top 20 Safest Areas

1
Anti-social behaviour
47
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
179
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
282
crimes
4
Violence & sexual offences
309
crimes
5
Violence & sexual offences
838
crimes

20 Areas with Highest Crime

1
Violence & sexual offences
838
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
309
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
282
crimes
4
Violence & sexual offences
179
crimes
5
Anti-social behaviour
47
crimes

Frequently asked questions

What is the safest area in Northampton?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton (NN7) is the safest area in Northampton, recording 47 crimes — 86% fewer than the average across the 5 areas analysed. Anti-social behaviour was the most common crime type even in this safest area.

What is the most dangerous area in Northampton?

Northampton (NN1) recorded the most crime in Northampton in April 2026, with 838 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.

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