Bygrave vs Stevenage — 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

Stevenage

SG2 · Hertfordshire

163

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences63
  • Shoplifting30
  • Anti-social behaviour19

Bygrave has less crime — 6 vs 163 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Stevenage recorded substantially more crime than Bygrave in April 2026 — 163 incidents compared to 6, a 27.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bygrave sees higher rates of Drugs (1) and Burglary (1), while Stevenage has more Violence & sexual offences (63) and Shoplifting (30). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bygrave or Stevenage safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bygrave recorded fewer crimes than Stevenage — 6 vs 163 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Bygrave is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bygrave saw higher rates of Drugs and Burglary while Stevenage had more Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting. Overall, Bygrave recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 163).

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