Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG14 · Hertfordshire
89
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG6 · Hertfordshire
211
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hertford has less crime — 89 vs 211 incidents in April 2026.
Hitchin recorded notably higher crime than Hertford in April 2026 — 211 vs 89 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Hitchin has more Other theft (16). Hertford is below the national average while Hitchin is above, making Hertford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hertford recorded fewer crimes than Hitchin — 89 vs 211 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Hertford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hertford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Hitchin had more Other theft. Overall, Hertford recorded fewer total crimes (89 vs 211).