Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG16 · Central Bedfordshire
11
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
105
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Henlow has less crime — 11 vs 105 incidents in April 2026.
Shefford recorded substantially more crime than Henlow in April 2026 — 105 incidents compared to 11, a 9.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Henlow sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Public order (2), while Shefford has more Vehicle crime (28) and Shoplifting (15). 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 Shefford — 11 vs 105 incidents. That is 90% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Shefford had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Henlow recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 105).