Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
194
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
YO7 · North Yorkshire
48
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sowerby has less crime — 48 vs 194 incidents in February 2026.
Bridlington recorded substantially more crime than Sowerby in February 2026 — 194 incidents compared to 48, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bridlington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25) and Criminal damage & arson (16), while Sowerby has more Anti-social behaviour (18) and Burglary (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Sowerby recorded fewer crimes than Bridlington — 48 vs 194 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Sowerby is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Bridlington saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Sowerby had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Sowerby recorded fewer total crimes (48 vs 194).