Bridlington vs Wheldrake — 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

Wheldrake

YO19 · York

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Weapons possession1

Wheldrake has less crime — 1 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Bridlington recorded substantially more crime than Wheldrake in February 2026 — 194 incidents compared to 1, a 194.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (95) and Shoplifting (25), while Wheldrake has more Weapons possession (1). 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 Wheldrake safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wheldrake recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 1 vs 194 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Wheldrake is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Shoplifting while Wheldrake had more Weapons possession. Overall, Wheldrake recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 194).

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