Buckingham vs Cosgrove — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Buckingham

MK18 · Buckinghamshire

20

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Criminal damage & arson4
  • Shoplifting3

Cosgrove

MK19 · Northamptonshire

7

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Drugs1

Cosgrove has less crime — 7 vs 20 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Buckingham recorded substantially more crime than Cosgrove in April 2026 — 20 incidents compared to 7, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buckingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4) and Shoplifting (3), while Cosgrove has more Anti-social behaviour (3) and Drugs (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buckingham or Cosgrove safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cosgrove recorded fewer crimes than Buckingham — 7 vs 20 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Cosgrove is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Buckingham and Cosgrove?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Buckingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Cosgrove had more Anti-social behaviour and Drugs. Overall, Cosgrove recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 20).

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