Bridlington vs York — 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

York

YO1 · York

686

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences232
  • Anti-social behaviour154
  • Shoplifting114

Bridlington has less crime — 163 vs 686 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

York recorded substantially more crime than Bridlington in April 2026 — 686 incidents compared to 163, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Public order (19), while York has more Anti-social behaviour (154). 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 York safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Bridlington recorded fewer crimes than York — 163 vs 686 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. York is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Public order while York had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Bridlington recorded fewer total crimes (163 vs 686).

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