Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE9 · Leicestershire
12
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hinckley has less crime — 12 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Bow Brickhill recorded substantially more crime than Hinckley in April 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 12, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7) and Public order (6), while Hinckley has more Anti-social behaviour (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hinckley recorded fewer crimes than Bow Brickhill — 12 vs 48 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Hinckley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bow Brickhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Hinckley had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Hinckley recorded fewer total crimes (12 vs 48).