Melton Mowbray vs Newport Pagnell — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Melton Mowbray

LE13 · Leicestershire

120

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences57
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Criminal damage & arson10

Newport Pagnell

MK16 · Milton Keynes

41

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Shoplifting5

Newport Pagnell has less crime — 41 vs 120 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Melton Mowbray recorded substantially more crime than Newport Pagnell in February 2026 — 120 incidents compared to 41, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melton Mowbray sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (10), while Newport Pagnell has more Shoplifting (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Melton Mowbray or Newport Pagnell safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer crimes than Melton Mowbray — 41 vs 120 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Newport Pagnell is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Melton Mowbray and Newport Pagnell?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Melton Mowbray saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Newport Pagnell had more Shoplifting. Overall, Newport Pagnell recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 120).

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