Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK1 · Milton Keynes
214
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN9 · Northamptonshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Irthlingborough has less crime — 30 vs 214 incidents in April 2026.
Bletchley recorded substantially more crime than Irthlingborough in April 2026 — 214 incidents compared to 30, a 7.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26) and Criminal damage & arson (25), while Irthlingborough has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Vehicle crime (3). Bletchley sits above the national average for recorded crime while Irthlingborough is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than Bletchley — 30 vs 214 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Irthlingborough is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bletchley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Irthlingborough had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Irthlingborough recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 214).