Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN7 · Northamptonshire
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 82 incidents in April 2026.
Newport Pagnell recorded notably higher crime than Northampton in April 2026 — 82 vs 48 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Northampton has more Other theft (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Newport Pagnell — 48 vs 82 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Northampton 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 Other theft. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 82).