Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
AL4 · Hertfordshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
AL6 · Hertfordshire
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Welwyn has less crime — 31 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Sandridge recorded notably higher crime than Welwyn in February 2026 — 48 vs 31 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Sandridge sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Other theft (6), while Welwyn has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Vehicle crime (4). 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, Welwyn recorded fewer crimes than Sandridge — 31 vs 48 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Welwyn is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Sandridge saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Other theft while Welwyn had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Welwyn recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 48).