Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG14 · Hertfordshire
76
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Shefford has less crime — 52 vs 76 incidents in February 2026.
Hertford saw somewhat more crime than Shefford in February 2026 (76 vs 52 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Shefford has more Shoplifting (14) and Other theft (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Shefford recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 52 vs 76 incidents. That is 32% fewer crimes. Shefford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hertford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Shefford had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Shefford recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 76).