Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK18 · Buckinghamshire
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN7 · Northamptonshire
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Buckingham has less crime — 20 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Buckingham in April 2026 — 48 vs 20 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buckingham sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4) and Shoplifting (3), while Northampton has more Anti-social behaviour (19) and Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Buckingham recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 20 vs 48 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Buckingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Buckingham saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Northampton had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Buckingham recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 48).