Bridlington vs Selby — 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

Selby

YO8 · North Yorkshire

210

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences70
  • Anti-social behaviour46
  • Shoplifting34

Bridlington has less crime — 163 vs 210 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Selby saw somewhat more crime than Bridlington in April 2026 (210 vs 163 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Public order (19), while Selby has more Anti-social behaviour (46). 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 Selby safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bridlington recorded fewer crimes than Selby — 163 vs 210 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Selby is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Public order while Selby had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bridlington recorded fewer total crimes (163 vs 210).

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