Arlesey vs Dunstable — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Arlesey

SG15 · Central Bedfordshire

20

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences6
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Burglary4

Dunstable

LU6 · Central Bedfordshire

67

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Burglary9

Arlesey has less crime — 20 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Dunstable recorded substantially more crime than Arlesey in February 2026 — 67 incidents compared to 20, a 3.4x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Arlesey or Dunstable safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Arlesey recorded fewer crimes than Dunstable — 20 vs 67 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Arlesey is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Arlesey and Dunstable?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Arlesey recorded 6 incidents of this type vs 19 in Dunstable. Overall, Arlesey had fewer total crimes (20 vs 67).

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