Loughborough vs Milton Keynes — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Loughborough

LE11 · Leicestershire

464

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences112
  • Shoplifting109
  • Anti-social behaviour70

Milton Keynes

MK9 · Milton Keynes

613

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences214
  • Shoplifting111
  • Anti-social behaviour51

Loughborough has less crime — 464 vs 613 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Milton Keynes saw somewhat more crime than Loughborough in April 2026 (613 vs 464 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Milton Keynes records significantly more (214 vs 112 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Loughborough or Milton Keynes safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Loughborough recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 464 vs 613 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Milton Keynes is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Loughborough and Milton Keynes?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Loughborough recorded 112 incidents of this type vs 214 in Milton Keynes. Overall, Loughborough had fewer total crimes (464 vs 613).

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