Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK1 · Milton Keynes
214
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Wigston has less crime — 168 vs 214 incidents in April 2026.
Bletchley saw somewhat more crime than Wigston in April 2026 (214 vs 168 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26) and Criminal damage & arson (25), while Wigston has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Public order (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Wigston recorded fewer crimes than Bletchley — 168 vs 214 incidents. That is 21% fewer crimes. Bletchley is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bletchley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Wigston had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Wigston recorded fewer total crimes (168 vs 214).