Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
MK14 · Milton Keynes
163
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 48 vs 163 incidents in April 2026.
Stantonbury recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in April 2026 — 163 incidents compared to 48, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7) and Public order (6), while Stantonbury has more Shoplifting (30) and Vehicle crime (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Stantonbury — 48 vs 163 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Bow Brickhill is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bow Brickhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Stantonbury had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 163).