Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN12 · Northamptonshire
66
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
MK7 · Milton Keynes
116
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Towcester has less crime — 66 vs 116 incidents in April 2026.
Walton recorded notably higher crime than Towcester in April 2026 — 116 vs 66 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Towcester sees higher rates of Other theft (6), 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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Based on April 2026 Police data, Towcester recorded fewer crimes than Walton — 66 vs 116 incidents. That is 43% fewer crimes. Towcester is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Towcester saw higher rates of Other theft while Walton had more Public order. Overall, Towcester recorded fewer total crimes (66 vs 116).