Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG3 · Hertfordshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Knebworth has less crime — 30 vs 34 incidents in April 2026.
Arlesey and Knebworth recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 34 and 30 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Drugs (3), while Knebworth has more Shoplifting (4). 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, Knebworth recorded fewer crimes than Arlesey — 30 vs 34 incidents. That is 12% fewer crimes. Knebworth 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 Knebworth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Knebworth recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 34).