Bridlington vs Scarborough — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bridlington

YO15 · East Riding of Yorkshire

112

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences51
  • Shoplifting16
  • Public order9

Scarborough

YO12 · North Yorkshire

254

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences85
  • Anti-social behaviour60
  • Shoplifting31

Bridlington has less crime — 112 vs 254 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Scarborough recorded notably higher crime than Bridlington in February 2026 — 254 vs 112 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Public order (9), while Scarborough has more Anti-social behaviour (60). 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 February 2026 Police data, Bridlington recorded fewer crimes than Scarborough — 112 vs 254 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Scarborough is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Public order while Scarborough had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bridlington recorded fewer total crimes (112 vs 254).

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