Rushden vs Stony Stratford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Rushden

NN10 · Northamptonshire

272

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences95
  • Anti-social behaviour71
  • Shoplifting27

Stony Stratford

MK11 · Milton Keynes

92

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Burglary15

Stony Stratford has less crime — 92 vs 272 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rushden recorded substantially more crime than Stony Stratford in April 2026 — 272 incidents compared to 92, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rushden sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), while Stony Stratford has more Burglary (15). Rushden sits above the national average for recorded crime while Stony Stratford is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rushden or Stony Stratford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 92 vs 272 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Stony Stratford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Rushden and Stony Stratford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Rushden saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Stony Stratford had more Burglary. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 272).

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