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

YO12 · North Yorkshire

345

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences119
  • Anti-social behaviour80
  • Shoplifting45

Bridlington has less crime — 163 vs 345 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Scarborough recorded notably higher crime than Bridlington in April 2026 — 345 vs 163 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Public order (19), while Scarborough has more Anti-social behaviour (80). 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, Bridlington recorded fewer crimes than Scarborough — 163 vs 345 incidents. That is 53% 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 April 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Public order while Scarborough had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bridlington recorded fewer total crimes (163 vs 345).

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