Loughborough vs Stony Stratford — 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

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 464 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Loughborough recorded substantially more crime than Stony Stratford in April 2026 — 464 incidents compared to 92, a 5.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Loughborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (109), while Stony Stratford has more Burglary (15). Loughborough 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 Loughborough or Stony Stratford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Loughborough — 92 vs 464 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Stony Stratford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Loughborough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Stony Stratford had more Burglary. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 464).

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