Stantonbury vs Stony Stratford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Stantonbury

MK14 · Milton Keynes

142

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Shoplifting12
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Stony Stratford

MK11 · Milton Keynes

65

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Burglary6
  • Other theft5

Stony Stratford has less crime — 65 vs 142 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Stantonbury recorded notably higher crime than Stony Stratford in February 2026 — 142 vs 65 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Stantonbury sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Stony Stratford has more Burglary (6) and Other theft (5). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stantonbury or Stony Stratford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Stony Stratford recorded fewer crimes than Stantonbury — 65 vs 142 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Stony Stratford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Stantonbury and Stony Stratford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Stantonbury saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Stony Stratford had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Stony Stratford recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 142).

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