Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG16 · Central Bedfordshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG4 · Hertfordshire
5
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Ippollitts has less crime — 5 vs 11 incidents in April 2026.
Henlow recorded notably higher crime than Ippollitts in April 2026 — 11 vs 5 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Henlow sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (4) and Public order (2), while Ippollitts has more Vehicle crime (2) and Burglary (1). 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, Ippollitts recorded fewer crimes than Henlow — 5 vs 11 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Ippollitts is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Henlow saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Public order while Ippollitts had more Vehicle crime and Burglary. Overall, Ippollitts recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 11).