Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO1 · York
673
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
YO24 · York
218
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
York has less crime — 218 vs 673 incidents in February 2026.
York recorded substantially more crime than York in February 2026 — 673 incidents compared to 218, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: York sees higher rates of Shoplifting (94), while York has more Criminal damage & arson (22). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, York recorded fewer crimes than York — 218 vs 673 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. York is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, York saw higher rates of Shoplifting while York had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, York recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 673).