Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK42 · Bedford Borough
238
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SG1 · Hertfordshire
341
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Kempston has less crime — 238 vs 341 incidents in February 2026.
Stevenage saw somewhat more crime than Kempston in February 2026 (341 vs 238 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kempston sees higher rates of Shoplifting (40), while Stevenage has more Vehicle crime (36). 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 February 2026 Police data, Kempston recorded fewer crimes than Stevenage — 238 vs 341 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Stevenage is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Kempston saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Stevenage had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Kempston recorded fewer total crimes (238 vs 341).