Brackley vs Milton Keynes — 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

Milton Keynes

MK9 · Milton Keynes

613

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences214
  • Shoplifting111
  • Anti-social behaviour51

Brackley has less crime — 50 vs 613 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Milton Keynes recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in April 2026 — 613 incidents compared to 50, a 12.3x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Milton Keynes records significantly more (214 vs 12 incidents). Brackley is below the national average while Milton Keynes is above, making Brackley the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brackley or Milton Keynes safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 50 vs 613 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Brackley is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Brackley and Milton Keynes?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Brackley recorded 12 incidents of this type vs 214 in Milton Keynes. Overall, Brackley had fewer total crimes (50 vs 613).

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