Rushden vs Walton — 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

Walton

MK7 · Milton Keynes

116

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Public order12

Walton has less crime — 116 vs 272 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rushden recorded notably higher crime than Walton in April 2026 — 272 vs 116 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rushden sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), while Walton has more Public order (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 Walton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Walton recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 116 vs 272 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Rushden is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Rushden and Walton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Rushden saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Walton had more Public order. Overall, Walton recorded fewer total crimes (116 vs 272).

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