Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SG3 · Hertfordshire
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LU1 · Luton
666
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Knebworth has less crime — 20 vs 666 incidents in February 2026.
Luton recorded substantially more crime than Knebworth in February 2026 — 666 incidents compared to 20, a 33.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Knebworth sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4), while Luton has more Drugs (58). Knebworth is below the national average while Luton is above, making Knebworth the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Knebworth recorded fewer crimes than Luton — 20 vs 666 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Knebworth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Knebworth saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Luton had more Drugs. Overall, Knebworth recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 666).