Rushden vs Willen — 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

Willen

MK15 · Milton Keynes

85

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Vehicle crime16
  • Shoplifting9

Willen has less crime — 85 vs 272 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rushden recorded substantially more crime than Willen in April 2026 — 272 incidents compared to 85, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rushden sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (71), while Willen has more Vehicle crime (16). Rushden sits above the national average for recorded crime while Willen is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rushden or Willen safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Willen recorded fewer crimes than Rushden — 85 vs 272 incidents. That is 69% fewer crimes. Willen is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Rushden saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Willen had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Willen recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 272).

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