Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE5 · Leicester
310
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
MK9 · Milton Keynes
613
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Leicester has less crime — 310 vs 613 incidents in April 2026.
Milton Keynes recorded notably higher crime than Leicester in April 2026 — 613 vs 310 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Leicester sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (36) and Public order (35), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (111) and Anti-social behaviour (51). 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, Leicester recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 310 vs 613 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Milton Keynes is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Leicester saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Leicester recorded fewer total crimes (310 vs 613).