Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG14 · Hertfordshire
76
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Arlesey has less crime — 20 vs 76 incidents in February 2026.
Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in February 2026 — 76 incidents compared to 20, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Burglary (4), while Hertford has more Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 20 vs 76 incidents. That is 74% 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 Hertford had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 76).