Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN3 · Northamptonshire
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Newport Pagnell has less crime — 41 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Newport Pagnell in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 41, a 6.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Northampton has more Vehicle crime (39). Newport Pagnell is below the national average while Northampton is above, making Newport Pagnell the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 41 vs 265 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Newport Pagnell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newport Pagnell saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Northampton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 265).