Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LU4 · Luton
259
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
MK45 · Central Bedfordshire
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Maulden has less crime — 18 vs 259 incidents in February 2026.
Luton recorded substantially more crime than Maulden in February 2026 — 259 incidents compared to 18, a 14.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Luton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (37) and Criminal damage & arson (22), while Maulden has more Drugs (1) and Shoplifting (1). Luton sits above the national average for recorded crime while Maulden is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Maulden recorded fewer crimes than Luton — 18 vs 259 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Maulden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Luton 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 259).