Kettering vs Stantonbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kettering

NN15 · Northamptonshire

97

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Vehicle crime8

Stantonbury

MK14 · Milton Keynes

142

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Shoplifting12
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Kettering has less crime — 97 vs 142 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Stantonbury saw somewhat more crime than Kettering in February 2026 (142 vs 97 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22) and Vehicle crime (8), while Stantonbury has more Shoplifting (12) and Criminal damage & arson (11). 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 Stantonbury safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kettering recorded fewer crimes than Stantonbury — 97 vs 142 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Kettering is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kettering and Stantonbury?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Stantonbury had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Kettering recorded fewer total crimes (97 vs 142).

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