Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
LE18 · Leicestershire
168
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 48 vs 168 incidents in April 2026.
Wigston recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in April 2026 — 168 incidents compared to 48, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Wigston has more Anti-social behaviour (21). 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 Wigston — 48 vs 168 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 while Wigston had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 168).