Northampton vs Shenley Brook End — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Northampton

NN1 · Northamptonshire

888

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences257
  • Anti-social behaviour236
  • Vehicle crime69

Shenley Brook End

MK4 · Milton Keynes

115

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Shoplifting18
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Shenley Brook End has less crime — 115 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Shenley Brook End in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 115, a 7.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (69), while Shenley Brook End has more Shoplifting (18). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Northampton or Shenley Brook End safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Shenley Brook End recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 115 vs 888 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Northampton and Shenley Brook End?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Shenley Brook End had more Shoplifting. Overall, Shenley Brook End recorded fewer total crimes (115 vs 888).

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