Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE13 · Leicestershire
120
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
MK10 · Milton Keynes
187
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Melton Mowbray has less crime — 120 vs 187 incidents in February 2026.
Milton Keynes recorded notably higher crime than Melton Mowbray in February 2026 — 187 vs 120 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melton Mowbray sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (18) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (33) and Vehicle crime (33). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 120 vs 187 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Melton Mowbray saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer total crimes (120 vs 187).