Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG13 · Hertfordshire
122
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Arlesey has less crime — 34 vs 122 incidents in April 2026.
Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in April 2026 — 122 incidents compared to 34, a 3.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while Hertford has more Shoplifting (25). 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 Hertford — 34 vs 122 incidents. That is 72% 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 Hertford had more Shoplifting. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 122).