Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO14 · North Yorkshire
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
YO31 · York
357
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Muston has less crime — 24 vs 357 incidents in February 2026.
York recorded substantially more crime than Muston in February 2026 — 357 incidents compared to 24, a 14.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Muston sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while York has more Shoplifting (64). Muston is below the national average while York 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 York — 24 vs 357 incidents. That is 93% 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 York had more Shoplifting. Overall, Muston recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 357).