Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN13 · Northamptonshire
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN5 · Northamptonshire
215
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Brackley has less crime — 49 vs 215 incidents in February 2026.
Duston recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in February 2026 — 215 incidents compared to 49, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Duston has more Burglary (21). Brackley is below the national average while Duston is above, making Brackley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Duston — 49 vs 215 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Brackley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brackley saw higher rates of Public order while Duston had more Burglary. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 215).