Loughborough vs Walton — 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

Walton

MK7 · Milton Keynes

116

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Public order12

Walton has less crime — 116 vs 464 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Loughborough recorded substantially more crime than Walton in April 2026 — 464 incidents compared to 116, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Loughborough sees higher rates of Shoplifting (109), while Walton has more Public order (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Loughborough or Walton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Walton recorded fewer crimes than Loughborough — 116 vs 464 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Loughborough is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Loughborough and Walton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Loughborough saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Walton had more Public order. Overall, Walton recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 464).

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