Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE16 · Northamptonshire
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LE14 · Leicestershire
30
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Dingley has less crime — 28 vs 30 incidents in February 2026.
Dingley and Melton Mowbray recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 28 and 30 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dingley sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Shoplifting (6), while Melton Mowbray has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Vehicle crime (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Dingley recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 28 vs 30 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes. Dingley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dingley saw higher rates of Other theft and Shoplifting while Melton Mowbray had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Dingley recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 30).