Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN16 · Northamptonshire
359
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
MK9 · Milton Keynes
613
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Kettering has less crime — 359 vs 613 incidents in April 2026.
Milton Keynes recorded notably higher crime than Kettering in April 2026 — 613 vs 359 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Public order (24), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (111). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Kettering recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 359 vs 613 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Milton Keynes is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Public order while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting. Overall, Kettering recorded fewer total crimes (359 vs 613).