Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG14 · Hertfordshire
76
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
MK45 · Central Bedfordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maulden has less crime — 18 vs 76 incidents in February 2026.
Hertford recorded substantially more crime than Maulden in February 2026 — 76 incidents compared to 18, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hertford sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (14) and Criminal damage & arson (7), while Maulden has more Drugs (1) and Shoplifting (1). 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, Maulden recorded fewer crimes than Hertford — 18 vs 76 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Maulden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hertford saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Maulden had more Drugs and Shoplifting. Overall, Maulden recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 76).