Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK10 · Milton Keynes
206
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Milton Keynes has less crime — 206 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.
Wellingborough recorded notably higher crime than Milton Keynes in April 2026 — 373 vs 206 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Milton Keynes sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (28), while Wellingborough has more Anti-social behaviour (107). 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Milton Keynes recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 206 vs 373 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Wellingborough is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Milton Keynes saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wellingborough had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Milton Keynes recorded fewer total crimes (206 vs 373).