Hertford vs Knebworth — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hertford

SG14 · Hertfordshire

89

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Anti-social behaviour19
  • Shoplifting13

Knebworth

SG3 · Hertfordshire

30

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Shoplifting4

Knebworth has less crime — 30 vs 89 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Knebworth in April 2026 — 89 incidents compared to 30, a 3.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 April 2026 Police data, Knebworth recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 30 vs 89 incidents. That is 66% 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 April 2026, Hertford recorded 29 incidents of this type vs 12 in Knebworth. Overall, Knebworth had fewer total crimes (30 vs 89).

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