Dunstable vs Knebworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dunstable

LU6 · Central Bedfordshire

101

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Anti-social behaviour18
  • Other theft9

Knebworth

SG3 · Hertfordshire

30

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Shoplifting4

Knebworth has less crime — 30 vs 101 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Dunstable recorded substantially more crime than Knebworth in April 2026 — 101 incidents compared to 30, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dunstable sees higher rates of Other theft (9), while Knebworth has more Shoplifting (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 Dunstable or Knebworth safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Knebworth recorded fewer crimes than Dunstable — 30 vs 101 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Knebworth is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dunstable and Knebworth?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dunstable saw higher rates of Other theft while Knebworth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Knebworth recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 101).

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