Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO14 · North Yorkshire
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
YO11 · North Yorkshire
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Muston has less crime — 24 vs 85 incidents in February 2026.
Scarborough recorded substantially more crime than Muston in February 2026 — 85 incidents compared to 24, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Muston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while Scarborough has more Shoplifting (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Muston recorded fewer crimes than Scarborough — 24 vs 85 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Muston is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Muston saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Scarborough had more Shoplifting. Overall, Muston recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 85).