Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN4 · Northamptonshire
179
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Newport Pagnell has less crime — 82 vs 179 incidents in April 2026.
Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Newport Pagnell in April 2026 — 179 vs 82 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Northampton has more Criminal damage & arson (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 82 vs 179 incidents. That is 54% 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 179).