Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG14 · Hertfordshire
71
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK42 · Bedford Borough
238
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Hertford has less crime — 71 vs 238 incidents in February 2026.
Kempston recorded substantially more crime than Hertford in February 2026 — 238 incidents compared to 71, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Kempston has more Shoplifting (40). Hertford is below the national average while Kempston is above, making Hertford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hertford recorded fewer crimes than Kempston — 71 vs 238 incidents. That is 70% 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 Criminal damage & arson while Kempston had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hertford recorded fewer total crimes (71 vs 238).