Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE1 · Leicester
1,488
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
MK9 · Milton Keynes
613
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Milton Keynes has less crime — 613 vs 1,488 incidents in April 2026.
Leicester recorded notably higher crime than Milton Keynes in April 2026 — 1,488 vs 613 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Public order (198), 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, Milton Keynes recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 613 vs 1,488 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Leicester is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Public order while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting. Overall, Milton Keynes recorded fewer total crimes (613 vs 1,488).