Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK2 · Milton Keynes
196
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NN2 · Northamptonshire
343
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bletchley has less crime — 196 vs 343 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Bletchley in February 2026 — 343 vs 196 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bletchley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (17), while Northampton has more Shoplifting (46). 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 February 2026 Police data, Bletchley recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 196 vs 343 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bletchley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Northampton had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bletchley recorded fewer total crimes (196 vs 343).