Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK1 · Milton Keynes
190
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NN7 · Northamptonshire
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Northampton has less crime — 34 vs 190 incidents in February 2026.
Bletchley recorded substantially more crime than Northampton in February 2026 — 190 incidents compared to 34, a 5.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (23) and Criminal damage & arson (20), while Northampton has more Anti-social behaviour (9) and Burglary (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Bletchley — 34 vs 190 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bletchley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Northampton had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 190).