Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK1 · Milton Keynes
214
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN12 · Northamptonshire
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Towcester has less crime — 66 vs 214 incidents in April 2026.
Bletchley recorded substantially more crime than Towcester in April 2026 — 214 incidents compared to 66, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26) and Criminal damage & arson (25), while Towcester has more Anti-social behaviour (19) and Other theft (6). Bletchley sits above the national average for recorded crime while Towcester is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Bletchley — 66 vs 214 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Towcester 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 Towcester had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (66 vs 214).