Northampton vs Rushden — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Northampton

NN1 · Northamptonshire

888

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences257
  • Anti-social behaviour236
  • Vehicle crime69

Rushden

NN10 · Northamptonshire

245

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Anti-social behaviour51
  • Shoplifting46

Rushden has less crime — 245 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Rushden in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 245, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (69), while Rushden has more Shoplifting (46). 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 Northampton or Rushden safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Rushden recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 245 vs 888 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Northampton and Rushden?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Rushden had more Shoplifting. Overall, Rushden recorded fewer total crimes (245 vs 888).

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