Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK10 · Milton Keynes
187
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 55 vs 187 incidents in February 2026.
Milton Keynes recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in February 2026 — 187 incidents compared to 55, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (33) and Vehicle crime (33). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 55 vs 187 incidents. That is 71% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 187).