Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK17 · Milton Keynes
55
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN10 · Northamptonshire
245
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bow Brickhill has less crime — 55 vs 245 incidents in February 2026.
Rushden recorded substantially more crime than Bow Brickhill in February 2026 — 245 incidents compared to 55, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bow Brickhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Rushden has more Shoplifting (46). Bow Brickhill is below the national average while Rushden 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 Rushden — 55 vs 245 incidents. That is 78% 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 Criminal damage & arson while Rushden had more Shoplifting. Overall, Bow Brickhill recorded fewer total crimes (55 vs 245).