Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK13 · Milton Keynes
199
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN1 · Northamptonshire
838
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bradwell has less crime — 199 vs 838 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Bradwell in April 2026 — 838 incidents compared to 199, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradwell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (26), while Northampton has more Public order (57). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bradwell recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 199 vs 838 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bradwell saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Public order. Overall, Bradwell recorded fewer total crimes (199 vs 838).