Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK45 · Central Bedfordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG8 · Cambridgeshire
43
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maulden has less crime — 18 vs 43 incidents in February 2026.
Melbourn recorded notably higher crime than Maulden in February 2026 — 43 vs 18 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maulden sees higher rates of Drugs (1), while Melbourn has more Vehicle crime (5). 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 Melbourn — 18 vs 43 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Maulden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Maulden saw higher rates of Drugs while Melbourn had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Maulden recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 43).