Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN4 · Northamptonshire
122
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
MK15 · Milton Keynes
76
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Willen has less crime — 76 vs 122 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded notably higher crime than Willen in February 2026 — 122 vs 76 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (43) and Drugs (5), while Willen has more Criminal damage & arson (10) and Other theft (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Willen recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 76 vs 122 incidents. That is 38% 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 Drugs while Willen had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Willen recorded fewer total crimes (76 vs 122).