Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NN13 · Northamptonshire
49
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
NN1 · Northamptonshire
888
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Brackley has less crime — 49 vs 888 incidents in February 2026.
Northampton recorded substantially more crime than Brackley in February 2026 — 888 incidents compared to 49, a 18.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brackley sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Northampton has more Vehicle crime (69). Brackley is below the national average while Northampton is above, making Brackley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brackley recorded fewer crimes than Northampton — 49 vs 888 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Brackley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brackley saw higher rates of Public order while Northampton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Brackley recorded fewer total crimes (49 vs 888).