Kettering vs Willen — 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

Willen

MK15 · Milton Keynes

76

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences40
  • Criminal damage & arson10
  • Other theft6

Willen has less crime — 76 vs 97 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kettering saw somewhat more crime than Willen in February 2026 (97 vs 76 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (22) and Vehicle crime (8), while Willen has more Criminal damage & arson (10) and Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kettering or Willen safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Willen recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 76 vs 97 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Willen is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Willen had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Willen recorded fewer total crimes (76 vs 97).

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