Northampton vs Stantonbury — 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

Stantonbury

MK14 · Milton Keynes

142

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Shoplifting12
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Stantonbury has less crime — 142 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Stantonbury in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 142, a 6.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (236) and Vehicle crime (69), while Stantonbury has more Shoplifting (12) and Criminal damage & arson (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 Stantonbury safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Stantonbury recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 142 vs 888 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Northampton is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Northampton and Stantonbury?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Stantonbury had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Stantonbury recorded fewer total crimes (142 vs 888).

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