Hertford vs Knebworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hertford

SG14 · Hertfordshire

71

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences34
  • Anti-social behaviour13
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Knebworth

SG3 · Hertfordshire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Criminal damage & arson4
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Knebworth has less crime — 20 vs 71 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Knebworth in February 2026 — 71 incidents compared to 20, a 3.5x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Hertford records significantly more (34 vs 7 incidents). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hertford or Knebworth safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Knebworth recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 20 vs 71 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Knebworth is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Hertford recorded 34 incidents of this type vs 7 in Knebworth. Overall, Knebworth had fewer total crimes (20 vs 71).

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