Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Arlesey has less crime — 20 vs 52 incidents in February 2026.
Shefford recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in February 2026 — 52 incidents compared to 20, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (5) and Burglary (4), while Shefford has more Shoplifting (14) and Other theft (6). 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 Shefford — 20 vs 52 incidents. That is 62% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while Shefford had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 52).