Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
MK45 · Central Bedfordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maulden has less crime — 18 vs 52 incidents in February 2026.
Shefford recorded substantially more crime than Maulden in February 2026 — 52 incidents compared to 18, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Maulden sees higher rates of Drugs (1), while Shefford has more Other theft (6). 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 Shefford — 18 vs 52 incidents. That is 65% 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 Shefford had more Other theft. Overall, Maulden recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 52).