Bow Brickhill vs Melton Mowbray — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bow Brickhill

MK17 · Milton Keynes

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Criminal damage & arson7
  • Public order6

Melton Mowbray

LE13 · Leicestershire

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Shoplifting29
  • Anti-social behaviour26

Bow Brickhill has less crime — 48 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Melton Mowbray recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in April 2026 — 160 incidents compared to 48, a 3.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7) and Public order (6), while Melton Mowbray has more Shoplifting (29) and Anti-social behaviour (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bow Brickhill or Melton Mowbray safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 48 vs 160 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Bow Brickhill is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bow Brickhill and Melton Mowbray?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bow Brickhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Melton Mowbray had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 160).

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