Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG15 · Central Bedfordshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG1 · Hertfordshire
341
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Arlesey has less crime — 20 vs 341 incidents in February 2026.
Stevenage recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in February 2026 — 341 incidents compared to 20, a 17.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arlesey sees higher rates of Burglary (4), while Stevenage has more Vehicle crime (36). Arlesey is below the national average while Stevenage is above, making Arlesey the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Stevenage — 20 vs 341 incidents. That is 94% 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 Stevenage had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Arlesey recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 341).