Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK13 · Milton Keynes
168
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
395
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bradwell has less crime — 168 vs 395 incidents in February 2026.
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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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.
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).