Selby vs Wheldrake — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Selby

YO8 · North Yorkshire

151

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences52
  • Anti-social behaviour29
  • Shoplifting21

Wheldrake

YO19 · York

1

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Weapons possession1

Wheldrake has less crime — 1 vs 151 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Selby recorded substantially more crime than Wheldrake in February 2026 — 151 incidents compared to 1, a 151.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Selby sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (52) and Anti-social behaviour (29), while Wheldrake has more Weapons possession (1). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Selby or Wheldrake safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Wheldrake recorded fewer crimes than Selby — 1 vs 151 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Wheldrake is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Selby and Wheldrake?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Selby saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Anti-social behaviour while Wheldrake had more Weapons possession. Overall, Wheldrake recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 151).

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