Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN13 · Northamptonshire
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN10 · Northamptonshire
245
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Brackley has less crime — 49 vs 245 incidents in February 2026.
Rushden recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in February 2026 — 245 incidents compared to 49, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Rushden has more Shoplifting (46). Brackley is below the national average while Rushden is above, making Brackley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 49 vs 245 incidents. That is 80% 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 Rushden had more Shoplifting. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 245).