Barkby vs Stantonbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barkby

LE7 · Leicestershire

63

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Stantonbury

MK14 · Milton Keynes

163

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences58
  • Shoplifting30
  • Vehicle crime18

Barkby has less crime — 63 vs 163 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stantonbury recorded substantially more crime than Barkby in April 2026 — 163 incidents compared to 63, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barkby sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Criminal damage & arson (8), while Stantonbury has more Shoplifting (30) and Vehicle crime (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Barkby or Stantonbury safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Barkby recorded fewer crimes than Stantonbury — 63 vs 163 incidents. That is 61% fewer crimes. Barkby is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Barkby and Stantonbury?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barkby saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Stantonbury had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Barkby recorded fewer total crimes (63 vs 163).

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