Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO14 · North Yorkshire
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
YO7 · North Yorkshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Muston has less crime — 24 vs 48 incidents in February 2026.
Sowerby recorded notably higher crime than Muston in February 2026 — 48 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Muston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while Sowerby has more Burglary (3). 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 Sowerby — 24 vs 48 incidents. That is 50% 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 Sowerby had more Burglary. Overall, Muston recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 48).