Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG14 · Hertfordshire
89
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
105
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Hertford has less crime — 89 vs 105 incidents in April 2026.
Shefford saw somewhat more crime than Hertford in April 2026 (105 vs 89 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19), while Shefford has more Vehicle crime (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hertford recorded fewer crimes than Shefford — 89 vs 105 incidents. That is 15% 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 Anti-social behaviour while Shefford had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Hertford recorded fewer total crimes (89 vs 105).