Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG3 · Hertfordshire
30
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SG8 · Cambridgeshire
45
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Knebworth has less crime — 30 vs 45 incidents in April 2026.
Melbourn recorded notably higher crime than Knebworth in April 2026 — 45 vs 30 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knebworth sees higher rates of Shoplifting (4), while Melbourn has more Other theft (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Knebworth recorded fewer crimes than Melbourn — 30 vs 45 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Knebworth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Knebworth saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Melbourn had more Other theft. Overall, Knebworth recorded fewer total crimes (30 vs 45).