Crime in Danesborough & Walton: statistics, rates and trends
1,620 crimes were recorded in Danesborough & Walton in the 12 months to July 2026, 76.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Danesborough & Walton at a glance
- Crime trends in Danesborough & Walton
- Types of crime in Danesborough & Walton
- Danesborough & Walton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Danesborough & Walton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Danesborough & Walton
- Population and deprivation in Danesborough & Walton
- Questions about crime in Danesborough & Walton
- About this data
1,620 crimes were recorded in Danesborough & Walton in the 12 months to July 2026, 76.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 641 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Danesborough & Walton has the 1,965th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Danesborough & Walton | Milton Keynes | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,620 | 30,731 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 76.9 | 100.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +11% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 21,073 | 305,884 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Danesborough & Walton was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,620 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (820). Over the whole period it rose 89%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,620 | 76.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,453 | 69.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,452 | 68.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,502 | 71.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,041 | 49.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 866 | 41.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 820 | 38.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 835 | 39.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 855 | 40.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 117 |
| June 2026 | 157 |
| May 2026 | 159 |
| April 2026 | 167 |
| March 2026 | 148 |
| February 2026 | 132 |
| January 2026 | 134 |
| December 2025 | 118 |
| November 2025 | 112 |
| October 2025 | 138 |
| September 2025 | 117 |
| August 2025 | 121 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Danesborough & Walton over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in shoplifting (+94%) and anti-social behaviour (+49%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-19%) and criminal damage and arson (-14%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 641 | 30.4 | 0.89 | +2% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 259 | 12.3 | 0.80 | +49% |
| Public order | 136 | 6.5 | 0.97 | +31% |
| Other theft | 122 | 5.8 | 0.91 | +16% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 98 | 4.7 | 0.69 | -14% |
| Shoplifting | 95 | 4.5 | 0.54 | +94% |
| Vehicle crime | 90 | 4.3 | 0.87 | -19% |
| Burglary | 70 | 3.3 | 0.94 | +6% |
| Drugs | 40 | 1.9 | 0.58 | +3% |
| Other crime | 31 | 1.5 | 0.70 | +3% |
| Bicycle theft | 15 | 0.7 | 0.86 | +36% |
| Robbery | 11 | 0.5 | 0.39 | +38% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.3 | 0.34 | -36% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.2 | 0.14 | +25% |
Violence and sexual offences in Danesborough & Walton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Danesborough & Walton recorded 641 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 39.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Danesborough & Walton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Danesborough & Walton recorded 259 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 49% on the year before. It made up 16.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Danesborough & Walton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Danesborough & Walton recorded 136 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Danesborough & Walton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Danesborough & Walton recorded 122 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Danesborough & Walton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Danesborough & Walton recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Danesborough & Walton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Danesborough & Walton recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 94% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Danesborough & Walton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Danesborough & Walton recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Danesborough & Walton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Danesborough & Walton recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Danesborough & Walton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Danesborough & Walton recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Danesborough & Walton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Danesborough & Walton recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Danesborough & Walton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Danesborough & Walton recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Danesborough & Walton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Danesborough & Walton recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Danesborough & Walton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Danesborough & Walton recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Danesborough & Walton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Danesborough & Walton recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Danesborough & Walton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Danesborough & Walton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Danesborough & Walton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monkston | 1,156 | 88.3 | +15% |
| Broughton | 1,511 | 68.8 | -10% |
| Woughton & Fishermead | 2,998 | 161.7 | +110% |
| Bletchley East | 2,414 | 116.2 | +51% |
| Campbell Park & Old Woughton | 1,988 | 116.4 | +51% |
| Bletchley West | 1,048 | 66.3 | -14% |
| Bletchley Park | 1,393 | 94.4 | +23% |
| Central Milton Keynes | 5,830 | 320.9 | +317% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Danesborough & Walton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 94 |
| On or near Fyfield Barrow | 73 |
| On or near Bel Air Grove | 65 |
| On or near Scott Court | 58 |
| On or near Campion Close | 54 |
| On or near Parking Area | 50 |
| On or near Tansley Road | 49 |
| On or near Brawn Grove | 46 |
| On or near Pinafore Gardens | 40 |
| On or near Burney Drive | 39 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Danesborough & Walton over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 536 | 33.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 412 | 25.4% |
| Not recorded | 259 | 16.0% |
| Under investigation | 182 | 11.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 74 | 4.6% |
| Local resolution | 64 | 4.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 31 | 1.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 31 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 0.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Danesborough & Walton has an estimated population of 21,073. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Danesborough & Walton sits in decile 6.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Danesborough & Walton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 23.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 68.3% |
| Social rented homes | 14.9% |
| Private rented homes | 16.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.6 |
Is Danesborough & Walton a safe place to live?
Danesborough & Walton recorded 76.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Danesborough & Walton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 641 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (259).
Is crime in Danesborough & Walton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Danesborough & Walton was up 11% on the year before: 1,620 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,453 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Danesborough & Walton?
Danesborough & Walton is policed by Thames Valley. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Danesborough & Walton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.