Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
AL1 · Hertfordshire
332
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
AL7 · Hertfordshire
351
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
St Albans has less crime — 332 vs 351 incidents in April 2026.
St Albans and Welwyn Garden City recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 332 and 351 incidents respectively. Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, St Albans recorded fewer crimes than Welwyn Garden City — 332 vs 351 incidents. That is 5% fewer crimes. Welwyn Garden City is above the national average.
In April 2026, St Albans's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (87 incidents) while Welwyn Garden City's was Violence & sexual offences (105 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.