Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG9 · Hertfordshire
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Buntingford has less crime — 44 vs 52 incidents in February 2026.
Shefford saw somewhat more crime than Buntingford in February 2026 (52 vs 44 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buntingford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (12), while Shefford has more 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, Buntingford recorded fewer crimes than Shefford — 44 vs 52 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Buntingford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Buntingford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Shefford had more Other theft. Overall, Buntingford recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 52).