Melbourn vs Standon — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Melbourn

SG8 · Cambridgeshire

45

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Other theft4

Standon

SG11 · Hertfordshire

10

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Vehicle crime2
  • Violence & sexual offences2

Standon has less crime — 10 vs 45 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Melbourn recorded substantially more crime than Standon in April 2026 — 45 incidents compared to 10, a 4.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Melbourn sees higher rates of Other theft (4), while Standon has more Vehicle crime (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Melbourn or Standon safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Standon recorded fewer crimes than Melbourn — 10 vs 45 incidents. That is 78% fewer crimes. Standon is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Melbourn and Standon?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Melbourn saw higher rates of Other theft while Standon had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Standon recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 45).

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