Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK9 · Milton Keynes
539
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 55 vs 539 incidents in February 2026.
Milton Keynes recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in February 2026 — 539 incidents compared to 55, a 9.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Milton Keynes has more Shoplifting (103) and Other theft (45). Bow Brickhill is below the national average while Milton Keynes is above, making Bow Brickhill the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer crimes than Milton Keynes — 55 vs 539 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Bow Brickhill is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bow Brickhill saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Milton Keynes had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 539).