Wellingborough vs Willen — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Wellingborough

NN8 · Northamptonshire

373

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences116
  • Anti-social behaviour107
  • Shoplifting29

Willen

MK15 · Milton Keynes

85

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Vehicle crime16
  • Shoplifting9

Willen has less crime — 85 vs 373 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wellingborough recorded substantially more crime than Willen in April 2026 — 373 incidents compared to 85, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wellingborough sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (107), while Willen has more Vehicle crime (16). Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough or Willen safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Willen recorded fewer crimes than Wellingborough — 85 vs 373 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Willen is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Wellingborough saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Willen had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Willen recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 373).

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