Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN12 · Northamptonshire
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 48 vs 66 incidents in April 2026.
Towcester saw somewhat more crime than Bow Brickhill in April 2026 (66 vs 48 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7) and Public order (6), while Towcester has more Anti-social behaviour (19) and Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Towcester — 48 vs 66 incidents. That is 27% 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 Towcester had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 66).