Northampton vs Shenley Church 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 Church End

MK5 · Milton Keynes

129

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Shoplifting11

Shenley Church End has less crime — 129 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Shenley Church End in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 129, a 6.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (69), while Shenley Church End has more Shoplifting (11). 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 Church End safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Shenley Church End recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 129 vs 888 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Shenley Church End had more Shoplifting. Overall, Shenley Church End recorded fewer total crimes (129 vs 888).

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