Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN15 · Northamptonshire
97
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 55 vs 97 incidents in February 2026.
Kettering recorded notably higher crime than Bow Brickhill in February 2026 — 97 vs 55 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Kettering has more Vehicle crime (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 55 vs 97 incidents. That is 43% 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 Kettering had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 97).