Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
AL10 · Hertfordshire
394
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
AL8 · Hertfordshire
237
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Welwyn Garden City has less crime — 237 vs 394 incidents in April 2026.
Hatfield recorded notably higher crime than Welwyn Garden City in April 2026 — 394 vs 237 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hatfield sees higher rates of Drugs (39), while Welwyn Garden City has more Shoplifting (42). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Welwyn Garden City recorded fewer crimes than Hatfield — 237 vs 394 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Hatfield is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hatfield saw higher rates of Drugs while Welwyn Garden City had more Shoplifting. Overall, Welwyn Garden City recorded fewer total crimes (237 vs 394).