Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG13 · Hertfordshire
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LU5 · Central Bedfordshire
141
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Hertford has less crime — 85 vs 141 incidents in February 2026.
Thorn recorded notably higher crime than Hertford in February 2026 — 141 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14), while Thorn has more Other theft (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hertford recorded fewer crimes than Thorn — 85 vs 141 incidents. That is 40% fewer crimes. Hertford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hertford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thorn had more Other theft. Overall, Hertford recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 141).