Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG1 · Hertfordshire
341
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Shefford has less crime — 52 vs 341 incidents in February 2026.
Stevenage recorded substantially more crime than Shefford in February 2026 — 341 incidents compared to 52, a 6.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shefford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14) and Other theft (6), while Stevenage has more Anti-social behaviour (51) and Vehicle crime (36). Shefford is below the national average while Stevenage is above, making Shefford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Shefford recorded fewer crimes than Stevenage — 52 vs 341 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Shefford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Shefford saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Stevenage had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Shefford recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 341).