Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG6 · Hertfordshire
211
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
105
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Shefford has less crime — 105 vs 211 incidents in April 2026.
Hitchin recorded notably higher crime than Shefford in April 2026 — 211 vs 105 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hitchin sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (56) and Other theft (16), while Shefford has more Vehicle crime (28) and Shoplifting (15). 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, Shefford recorded fewer crimes than Hitchin — 105 vs 211 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Hitchin is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hitchin saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Shefford had more Vehicle crime and Shoplifting. Overall, Shefford recorded fewer total crimes (105 vs 211).