Cosgrove vs Milton Keynes — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cosgrove

MK19 · Northamptonshire

7

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Milton Keynes

MK10 · Milton Keynes

206

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Shoplifting37
  • Criminal damage & arson28

Cosgrove has less crime — 7 vs 206 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Milton Keynes recorded substantially more crime than Cosgrove in April 2026 — 206 incidents compared to 7, a 29.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cosgrove sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Drugs (1), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (37) and Criminal damage & arson (28). Cosgrove is below the national average while Milton Keynes is above, making Cosgrove the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cosgrove or Milton Keynes safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cosgrove recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 7 vs 206 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Cosgrove is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Cosgrove and Milton Keynes?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cosgrove saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Drugs while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cosgrove recorded fewer total crimes (7 vs 206).

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