Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO15 · East Riding of Yorkshire
112
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
YO10 · York
268
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Bridlington has less crime — 112 vs 268 incidents in February 2026.
Heslington recorded notably higher crime than Bridlington in February 2026 — 268 vs 112 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Heslington has more Anti-social behaviour (61). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Bridlington recorded fewer crimes than Heslington — 112 vs 268 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Heslington is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Public order while Heslington had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bridlington recorded fewer total crimes (112 vs 268).