Northampton vs Stantonbury — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Northampton

NN7 · Northamptonshire

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Other theft7

Stantonbury

MK14 · Milton Keynes

163

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences58
  • Shoplifting30
  • Vehicle crime18

Northampton has less crime — 48 vs 163 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stantonbury recorded substantially more crime than Northampton in April 2026 — 163 incidents compared to 48, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Northampton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19) and Other theft (7), while Stantonbury has more Shoplifting (30) and Vehicle crime (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 Stantonbury safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Northampton recorded fewer crimes than Stantonbury — 48 vs 163 incidents. That is 71% fewer crimes. Northampton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Northampton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Stantonbury had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Northampton recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 163).

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