Rushden vs Stony Stratford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Rushden

NN10 · Northamptonshire

245

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences68
  • Anti-social behaviour51
  • Shoplifting46

Stony Stratford

MK12 · Milton Keynes

129

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Shoplifting23
  • Other theft12

Stony Stratford has less crime — 129 vs 245 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Rushden recorded notably higher crime than Stony Stratford in February 2026 — 245 vs 129 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rushden sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (51), while Stony Stratford has more Other theft (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rushden or Stony Stratford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 129 vs 245 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. Rushden is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rushden saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Stony Stratford had more Other theft. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (129 vs 245).

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