Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG16 · Central Bedfordshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG5 · Hertfordshire
27
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Henlow has less crime — 11 vs 27 incidents in April 2026.
Ickleford recorded notably higher crime than Henlow in April 2026 — 27 vs 11 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Henlow sees higher rates of Public order (2), while Ickleford has more Vehicle crime (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Henlow recorded fewer crimes than Ickleford — 11 vs 27 incidents. That is 59% 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 Ickleford had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Henlow recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 27).