Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG18 · Central Bedfordshire
106
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Arlesey has less crime — 34 vs 106 incidents in April 2026.
Biggleswade recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in April 2026 — 106 incidents compared to 34, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while Biggleswade has more Vehicle crime (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Biggleswade — 34 vs 106 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Arlesey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Arlesey saw higher rates of Drugs while Biggleswade had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 106).