Bridlington vs Pickering — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bridlington

YO16 · East Riding of Yorkshire

194

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences95
  • Shoplifting25
  • Criminal damage & arson16

Pickering

YO18 · North Yorkshire

14

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Burglary2
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Pickering has less crime — 14 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bridlington recorded substantially more crime than Pickering in February 2026 — 194 incidents compared to 14, a 13.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25) and Criminal damage & arson (16), while Pickering has more Burglary (2) and Anti-social behaviour (2). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Bridlington report — £4.99 Get the full Pickering report — £4.99
View Bridlington area page → View Pickering area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Bridlington or Pickering safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Pickering recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 14 vs 194 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Pickering is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Pickering had more Burglary and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Pickering recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 194).

Compare other areas

Bridlington vs PickeringSettrington vs PickeringMuston vs PickeringBridlington vs SettringtonBridlington vs Wheldrake