Bedford vs Clifton Reynes — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bedford

MK41 · Bedford Borough

129

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Shoplifting22

Clifton Reynes

MK46 · Milton Keynes

17

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Vehicle crime3
  • Shoplifting2

Clifton Reynes has less crime — 17 vs 129 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bedford recorded substantially more crime than Clifton Reynes in February 2026 — 129 incidents compared to 17, a 7.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bedford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (24), while Clifton Reynes has more Vehicle crime (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bedford or Clifton Reynes safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Clifton Reynes recorded fewer crimes than Bedford — 17 vs 129 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Clifton Reynes is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bedford and Clifton Reynes?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bedford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Clifton Reynes had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Clifton Reynes recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 129).

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