York vs York — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

York

YO1 · York

686

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences232
  • Anti-social behaviour154
  • Shoplifting114

York

YO31 · York

366

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences121
  • Anti-social behaviour78
  • Shoplifting73

York has less crime — 366 vs 686 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

York recorded notably higher crime than York in April 2026 — 686 vs 366 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though York records significantly more (232 vs 121 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is York or York safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, York recorded fewer crimes than York — 366 vs 686 incidents. That is 47% fewer crimes. York is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between York and York?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, York recorded 232 incidents of this type vs 121 in York. Overall, York had fewer total crimes (366 vs 686).

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