Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN4 · Northamptonshire
122
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Newport Pagnell has less crime — 41 vs 122 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Newport Pagnell in February 2026 — 122 incidents compared to 41, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Northampton has more Drugs (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 41 vs 122 incidents. That is 66% 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 Drugs. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 122).