Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN7 · Northamptonshire
35
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Northampton has less crime — 35 vs 55 incidents in February 2026.
Bow Brickhill recorded notably higher crime than Northampton in February 2026 — 55 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Northampton has more Other theft (4). 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, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Bow Brickhill — 35 vs 55 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Northampton 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 Other theft. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 55).