Brackley vs Hinckley — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Brackley

NN13 · Northamptonshire

50

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Shoplifting10
  • Anti-social behaviour10

Hinckley

LE10 · Leicestershire

210

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Anti-social behaviour31
  • Shoplifting30

Brackley has less crime — 50 vs 210 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hinckley recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in April 2026 — 210 incidents compared to 50, a 4.2x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Hinckley records significantly more (63 vs 12 incidents). Brackley is below the national average while Hinckley is above, making Brackley the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brackley or Hinckley safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Hinckley — 50 vs 210 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Brackley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Brackley and Hinckley?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Brackley recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 63 in Hinckley. Overall, Brackley had fewer total crimes (50 vs 210).

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