Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN3 · Northamptonshire
265
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
MK15 · Milton Keynes
76
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Willen has less crime — 76 vs 265 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Willen in February 2026 — 265 incidents compared to 76, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (48) and Vehicle crime (39), while Willen has more Criminal damage & arson (10) and Other theft (6). Northampton sits above the national average for recorded crime while Willen is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Willen recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 76 vs 265 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Willen is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Willen had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Willen recorded fewer total crimes (76 vs 265).