Bygrave vs Melbourn — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bygrave

SG7 · Hertfordshire

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Drugs1
  • Burglary1

Melbourn

SG8 · Cambridgeshire

45

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Other theft4

Bygrave has less crime — 6 vs 45 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Melbourn recorded substantially more crime than Bygrave in April 2026 — 45 incidents compared to 6, a 7.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bygrave sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Burglary (1), while Melbourn has more Violence & sexual offences (21) and Other theft (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bygrave or Melbourn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bygrave recorded fewer crimes than Melbourn — 6 vs 45 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Bygrave is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bygrave and Melbourn?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bygrave saw higher rates of Drugs and Burglary while Melbourn had more Violence & sexual offences and Other theft. Overall, Bygrave recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 45).

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