Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE5 · Leicester
310
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
MK10 · Milton Keynes
206
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Milton Keynes has less crime — 206 vs 310 incidents in April 2026.
Leicester recorded notably higher crime than Milton Keynes in April 2026 — 310 vs 206 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Public order (35), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (37). 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 — 206 vs 310 incidents. That is 34% 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 (206 vs 310).