Luton vs Luton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Luton

LU1 · Luton

665

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences236
  • Anti-social behaviour96
  • Drugs58

Luton

LU2 · Luton

222

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences72
  • Anti-social behaviour34
  • Vehicle crime25

Luton has less crime — 222 vs 665 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Luton recorded substantially more crime than Luton in February 2026 — 665 incidents compared to 222, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Luton sees higher rates of Drugs (58), while Luton has more Vehicle crime (25). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Luton or Luton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Luton recorded fewer crimes than Luton — 222 vs 665 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Luton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Luton and Luton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Luton saw higher rates of Drugs while Luton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Luton recorded fewer total crimes (222 vs 665).

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