Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN13 · Northamptonshire
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Brackley has less crime — 49 vs 55 incidents in February 2026.
Bow Brickhill and Brackley recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 55 and 49 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Brackley has more Public order (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Bow Brickhill — 49 vs 55 incidents. That is 11% fewer crimes. Brackley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bow Brickhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Brackley had more Public order. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 55).