Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK13 · Milton Keynes
168
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NN1 · Northamptonshire
888
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bradwell has less crime — 168 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Bradwell in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 168, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradwell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (29) and Other theft (11), while Northampton has more Anti-social behaviour (236) and Vehicle crime (69). 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, Bradwell recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 168 vs 888 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradwell saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Northampton had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Bradwell recorded fewer total crimes (168 vs 888).