Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK16 · Milton Keynes
82
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NN8 · Northamptonshire
373
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Newport Pagnell has less crime — 82 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.
Wellingborough recorded substantially more crime than Newport Pagnell in April 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 82, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newport Pagnell sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Wellingborough has more Shoplifting (29). Newport Pagnell is below the national average while Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough — 82 vs 373 incidents. That is 78% 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 Wellingborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (82 vs 373).