Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN5 · Northamptonshire
215
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 55 vs 215 incidents in February 2026.
Duston recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in February 2026 — 215 incidents compared to 55, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Duston has more Burglary (21). Bow Brickhill is below the national average while Duston is above, making Bow Brickhill the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Duston — 55 vs 215 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Bow Brickhill is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bow Brickhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Duston had more Burglary. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 215).