Bradwell vs Wellingborough — 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

Wellingborough

NN8 · Northamptonshire

395

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences140
  • Anti-social behaviour81
  • Criminal damage & arson31

Bradwell has less crime — 168 vs 395 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Wellingborough recorded notably higher crime than Bradwell in February 2026 — 395 vs 168 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bradwell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (29) and Other theft (11), while Wellingborough has more Anti-social behaviour (81) and Criminal damage & arson (31). 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 Wellingborough safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Bradwell recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 168 vs 395 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Wellingborough is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bradwell saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Wellingborough had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Bradwell recorded fewer total crimes (168 vs 395).

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