Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG16 · Central Bedfordshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG13 · Hertfordshire
122
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Henlow has less crime — 11 vs 122 incidents in April 2026.
Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Henlow in April 2026 — 122 incidents compared to 11, a 11.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Henlow sees higher rates of Public order (2), while Hertford has more Shoplifting (25). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Henlow recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 11 vs 122 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Henlow is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Henlow saw higher rates of Public order while Hertford had more Shoplifting. Overall, Henlow recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 122).