Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK1 · Milton Keynes
214
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bletchley has less crime — 214 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.
Wellingborough recorded notably higher crime than Bletchley in April 2026 — 373 vs 214 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (25), while Wellingborough has more Anti-social behaviour (107). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bletchley recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 214 vs 373 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Wellingborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bletchley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wellingborough had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bletchley recorded fewer total crimes (214 vs 373).