Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN13 · Northamptonshire
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LE10 · Leicestershire
189
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Brackley has less crime — 49 vs 189 incidents in February 2026.
Hinckley recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in February 2026 — 189 incidents compared to 49, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (8) and Public order (5), while Hinckley has more Shoplifting (33) and Criminal damage & arson (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Hinckley — 49 vs 189 incidents. That is 74% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Hinckley had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 189).