Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG6 · Hertfordshire
211
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
LU3 · Luton
250
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hitchin has less crime — 211 vs 250 incidents in April 2026.
Luton saw somewhat more crime than Hitchin in April 2026 (250 vs 211 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hitchin sees higher rates of Other theft (16), while Luton has more Criminal damage & arson (22). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hitchin recorded fewer crimes than Luton — 211 vs 250 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Luton is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hitchin saw higher rates of Other theft while Luton had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hitchin recorded fewer total crimes (211 vs 250).