Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK40 · Bedford Borough
512
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Arlesey has less crime — 20 vs 512 incidents in February 2026.
Bedford recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in February 2026 — 512 incidents compared to 20, a 25.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Burglary (4), while Bedford has more Public order (45). Arlesey is below the national average while Bedford is above, making Arlesey the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Bedford — 20 vs 512 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Arlesey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Arlesey saw higher rates of Burglary while Bedford had more Public order. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 512).