Bradwell vs Northampton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bradwell

MK13 · Milton Keynes

168

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences80
  • Shoplifting29
  • Other theft11

Northampton

NN1 · Northamptonshire

888

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences257
  • Anti-social behaviour236
  • Vehicle crime69

Bradwell has less crime — 168 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Bradwell or Northampton safer?

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.

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

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).

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