Brackley vs Northampton — 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

Northampton

NN7 · Northamptonshire

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Other theft7

Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 50 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Brackley and Northampton recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 50 and 48 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Northampton has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brackley or Northampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Brackley — 48 vs 50 incidents. That is 4% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Brackley saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Other theft. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 50).

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