Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN3 · Northamptonshire
309
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Newport Pagnell has less crime — 82 vs 309 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Newport Pagnell in April 2026 — 309 incidents compared to 82, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Northampton has more Criminal damage & arson (28). 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 April 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 82 vs 309 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Newport Pagnell is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Newport Pagnell saw higher rates of Public order while Northampton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 309).