Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LE13 · Leicestershire
120
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
MK12 · Milton Keynes
129
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Melton Mowbray has less crime — 120 vs 129 incidents in February 2026.
Melton Mowbray and Stony Stratford recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 120 and 129 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melton Mowbray sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (18) and Criminal damage & arson (10), while Stony Stratford has more Shoplifting (23) and Other theft (12). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer crimes than Stony Stratford — 120 vs 129 incidents. That is 7% fewer crimes.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Melton Mowbray saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Stony Stratford had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Melton Mowbray recorded fewer total crimes (120 vs 129).