Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG17 · Central Bedfordshire
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SG12 · Hertfordshire
91
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Shefford has less crime — 52 vs 91 incidents in February 2026.
Ware recorded notably higher crime than Shefford in February 2026 — 91 vs 52 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Shefford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (14), while Ware has more Anti-social behaviour (18). 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, Shefford recorded fewer crimes than Ware — 52 vs 91 incidents. That is 43% 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 while Ware had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Shefford recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 91).