Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
41
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN12 · Northamptonshire
40
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Towcester has less crime — 40 vs 41 incidents in February 2026.
Newport Pagnell and Towcester recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 41 and 40 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Towcester has more Vehicle crime (8). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Newport Pagnell — 40 vs 41 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes. Towcester 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 Towcester had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 41).