Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN5 · Northamptonshire
215
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
MK12 · Milton Keynes
129
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Stony Stratford has less crime — 129 vs 215 incidents in February 2026.
Duston recorded notably higher crime than Stony Stratford in February 2026 — 215 vs 129 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Duston sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Burglary (21), while Stony Stratford has more Shoplifting (23) and Other theft (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on February 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Duston — 129 vs 215 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Duston is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Duston saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while Stony Stratford had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (129 vs 215).