Earswick vs Selby — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Earswick

YO32 · York

21

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Shoplifting2

Selby

YO8 · North Yorkshire

151

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Shoplifting21

Earswick has less crime — 21 vs 151 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Selby recorded substantially more crime than Earswick in February 2026 — 151 incidents compared to 21, a 7.2x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Selby records significantly more (52 vs 9 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Earswick or Selby safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Earswick recorded fewer crimes than Selby — 21 vs 151 incidents. That is 86% fewer crimes. Earswick is also below the national average for crime.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Earswick recorded 9 incidents of this type vs 52 in Selby. Overall, Earswick had fewer total crimes (21 vs 151).

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