Bridlington vs Scarborough — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Bridlington

YO15 · East Riding of Yorkshire

163

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Shoplifting35
  • Public order19

Scarborough

YO11 · North Yorkshire

101

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour27
  • Shoplifting14

Scarborough has less crime — 101 vs 163 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bridlington recorded notably higher crime than Scarborough in April 2026 — 163 vs 101 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Public order (19), while Scarborough has more Anti-social behaviour (27). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bridlington or Scarborough safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Scarborough recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 101 vs 163 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Scarborough is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bridlington and Scarborough?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Public order while Scarborough had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Scarborough recorded fewer total crimes (101 vs 163).

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