Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO15 · East Riding of Yorkshire
112
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
YO7 · North Yorkshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sowerby has less crime — 48 vs 112 incidents in February 2026.
Bridlington recorded notably higher crime than Sowerby in February 2026 — 112 vs 48 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (16) and Public order (9), while Sowerby has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Burglary (3). 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, Sowerby recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 48 vs 112 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Sowerby is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Sowerby had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Sowerby recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 112).