Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG5 · Hertfordshire
23
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK45 · Central Bedfordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maulden has less crime — 18 vs 23 incidents in February 2026.
Ickleford saw somewhat more crime than Maulden in February 2026 (23 vs 18 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ickleford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while Maulden has more Drugs (1). 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, Maulden recorded fewer crimes than Ickleford — 18 vs 23 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Maulden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ickleford saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Maulden had more Drugs. Overall, Maulden recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 23).