Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK9 · Milton Keynes
539
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
NN12 · Northamptonshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Towcester has less crime — 40 vs 539 incidents in February 2026.
Milton Keynes recorded substantially more crime than Towcester in February 2026 — 539 incidents compared to 40, a 13.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Milton Keynes sees higher rates of Shoplifting (103) and Other theft (45), while Towcester has more Vehicle crime (8) and Anti-social behaviour (7). Milton Keynes sits above the national average for recorded crime while Towcester is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 40 vs 539 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Towcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Milton Keynes saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Towcester had more Vehicle crime and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 539).