Milton Keynes vs Rushden — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Milton Keynes

MK10 · Milton Keynes

187

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting33
  • Vehicle crime33

Rushden

NN10 · Northamptonshire

245

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Anti-social behaviour51
  • Shoplifting46

Milton Keynes has less crime — 187 vs 245 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rushden saw somewhat more crime than Milton Keynes in February 2026 (245 vs 187 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Milton Keynes sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (33), while Rushden has more Anti-social behaviour (51). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Milton Keynes or Rushden safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Milton Keynes recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 187 vs 245 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Rushden is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Milton Keynes saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Rushden had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Milton Keynes recorded fewer total crimes (187 vs 245).

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