Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG9 · Hertfordshire
67
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG13 · Hertfordshire
122
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Buntingford has less crime — 67 vs 122 incidents in April 2026.
Hertford recorded notably higher crime than Buntingford in April 2026 — 122 vs 67 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buntingford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (10), while Hertford has more Shoplifting (25). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Buntingford recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 67 vs 122 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Buntingford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Buntingford saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Hertford had more Shoplifting. Overall, Buntingford recorded fewer total crimes (67 vs 122).