Leicester vs Stony Stratford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Leicester

LE1 · Leicester

1,488

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences490
  • Public order198
  • Anti-social behaviour177

Stony Stratford

MK11 · Milton Keynes

92

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Burglary15

Stony Stratford has less crime — 92 vs 1,488 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Leicester recorded substantially more crime than Stony Stratford in April 2026 — 1,488 incidents compared to 92, a 16.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Public order (198), while Stony Stratford has more Burglary (15). Leicester sits above the national average for recorded crime while Stony Stratford is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Leicester or Stony Stratford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Leicester — 92 vs 1,488 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Stony Stratford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Public order while Stony Stratford had more Burglary. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 1,488).

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