Kettering vs Stony Stratford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kettering

NN16 · Northamptonshire

359

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences138
  • Anti-social behaviour102
  • Public order24

Stony Stratford

MK12 · Milton Keynes

161

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences60
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Criminal damage & arson17

Stony Stratford has less crime — 161 vs 359 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kettering recorded notably higher crime than Stony Stratford in April 2026 — 359 vs 161 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kettering sees higher rates of Public order (24), while Stony Stratford has more Criminal damage & arson (17). 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 Stony Stratford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Kettering — 161 vs 359 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Kettering is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Kettering and Stony Stratford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kettering saw higher rates of Public order while Stony Stratford had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (161 vs 359).

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