Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN13 · Northamptonshire
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LE13 · Leicestershire
120
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Brackley has less crime — 49 vs 120 incidents in February 2026.
Melton Mowbray recorded notably higher crime than Brackley in February 2026 — 120 vs 49 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Melton Mowbray has more Criminal damage & arson (10). 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 Melton Mowbray — 49 vs 120 incidents. That is 59% 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 Melton Mowbray had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 120).