Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK13 · Milton Keynes
168
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NN15 · Northamptonshire
97
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Kettering has less crime — 97 vs 168 incidents in February 2026.
Bradwell recorded notably higher crime than Kettering in February 2026 — 168 vs 97 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradwell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (29) and Other theft (11), while Kettering has more Anti-social behaviour (22) and Criminal damage & arson (8). 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, Kettering recorded fewer crimes than Bradwell — 97 vs 168 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Kettering is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradwell saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Kettering had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Kettering recorded fewer total crimes (97 vs 168).