Hertford vs Shefford — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Hertford

SG13 · Hertfordshire

122

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Shoplifting25

Shefford

SG17 · Central Bedfordshire

105

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Vehicle crime28
  • Violence & sexual offences24
  • Shoplifting15

Shefford has less crime — 105 vs 122 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hertford saw somewhat more crime than Shefford in April 2026 (122 vs 105 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (26), while Shefford has more Vehicle crime (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hertford or Shefford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Shefford recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 105 vs 122 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Hertford and Shefford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hertford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Shefford had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Shefford recorded fewer total crimes (105 vs 122).

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