Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG14 · Hertfordshire
89
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Arlesey has less crime — 34 vs 89 incidents in April 2026.
Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in April 2026 — 89 incidents compared to 34, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while Hertford has more Shoplifting (13). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 34 vs 89 incidents. That is 62% 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 89).