Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO14 · North Yorkshire
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
YO12 · North Yorkshire
254
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Muston has less crime — 24 vs 254 incidents in February 2026.
Scarborough recorded substantially more crime than Muston in February 2026 — 254 incidents compared to 24, a 10.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Muston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while Scarborough has more Shoplifting (31). Muston is below the national average while Scarborough is above, making Muston the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Muston recorded fewer crimes than Scarborough — 24 vs 254 incidents. That is 91% 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 254).