Kettering vs Milton Keynes — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kettering

NN16 · Northamptonshire

316

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences109
  • Anti-social behaviour65
  • Shoplifting29

Milton Keynes

MK10 · Milton Keynes

187

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting33
  • Vehicle crime33

Milton Keynes has less crime — 187 vs 316 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Kettering recorded notably higher crime than Milton Keynes in February 2026 — 316 vs 187 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (65), while Milton Keynes has more Vehicle crime (33). 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 Milton Keynes safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Milton Keynes recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 187 vs 316 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Kettering is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Milton Keynes had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Milton Keynes recorded fewer total crimes (187 vs 316).

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