Kettering vs Newport Pagnell — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kettering

NN15 · Northamptonshire

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Other theft9

Newport Pagnell

MK16 · Milton Keynes

82

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour13
  • Public order9

Newport Pagnell has less crime — 82 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kettering saw somewhat more crime than Newport Pagnell in April 2026 (108 vs 82 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Other theft (9), while Newport Pagnell has more Public order (9). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kettering or Newport Pagnell safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 82 vs 108 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Newport Pagnell is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kettering and Newport Pagnell?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Other theft while Newport Pagnell had more Public order. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 108).

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