York vs York — Crime Comparison 2026

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

York

YO1 · York

673

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences222
  • Anti-social behaviour150
  • Shoplifting94

York

YO31 · York

357

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences114
  • Anti-social behaviour81
  • Shoplifting64

York has less crime — 357 vs 673 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

York recorded notably higher crime than York in February 2026 — 673 vs 357 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though York records significantly more (222 vs 114 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 February 2026 Police data, York recorded fewer crimes than York — 357 vs 673 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 February 2026, York recorded 222 incidents of this type vs 114 in York. Overall, York had fewer total crimes (357 vs 673).

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