Based on April 2026 Police data, North Stainley (HG4) recorded the lowest crime rate in North Yorkshire, with 0 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Scarborough (YO12) recorded 345 crimes in the same period. The 23 postcode areas analysed in North Yorkshire span both ends of the spectrum — some well below and others well above the national crime benchmark.
Based on April 2026 Police data, North Stainley (HG4) is the safest area in North Yorkshire, recording 0 crimes — 100% fewer than the average across the 23 areas analysed. was the most common crime type even in this safest area.
What is the most dangerous area in North Yorkshire?
Scarborough (YO12) recorded the most crime in North Yorkshire in April 2026, with 345 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.
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