Buckingham vs Stony Stratford — 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

Stony Stratford

MK12 · Milton Keynes

161

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Criminal damage & arson17

Buckingham has less crime — 20 vs 161 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stony Stratford recorded substantially more crime than Buckingham in April 2026 — 161 incidents compared to 20, a 8.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buckingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Stony Stratford has more Anti-social behaviour (26). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buckingham or Stony Stratford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Buckingham recorded fewer crimes than Stony Stratford — 20 vs 161 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Buckingham is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Buckingham and Stony Stratford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Buckingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Stony Stratford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Buckingham recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 161).

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