Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK1 · Milton Keynes
214
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
MK16 · Milton Keynes
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Newport Pagnell has less crime — 82 vs 214 incidents in April 2026.
Bletchley recorded substantially more crime than Newport Pagnell in April 2026 — 214 incidents compared to 82, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26) and Criminal damage & arson (25), while Newport Pagnell has more Anti-social behaviour (13) and Public order (9). Bletchley sits above the national average for recorded crime while Newport Pagnell is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Bletchley — 82 vs 214 incidents. That is 62% fewer crimes. Newport Pagnell 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 Newport Pagnell had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 214).