Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN3 · Northamptonshire
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 55 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 55, a 4.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Northampton has more Vehicle crime (39). Bow Brickhill is below the national average while Northampton 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 Northampton — 55 vs 265 incidents. That is 79% 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 Northampton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 265).