Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK41 · Bedford Borough
129
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Arlesey has less crime — 20 vs 129 incidents in February 2026.
Bedford recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in February 2026 — 129 incidents compared to 20, a 6.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Burglary (4), while Bedford has more Shoplifting (22). 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, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Bedford — 20 vs 129 incidents. That is 84% 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 Shoplifting. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 129).