Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
YO24 · York
218
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
YO31 · York
357
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
York has less crime — 218 vs 357 incidents in February 2026.
York recorded notably higher crime than York in February 2026 — 357 vs 218 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: York sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22), while York has more Shoplifting (64). 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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Based on February 2026 Police data, York recorded fewer crimes than York — 218 vs 357 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. York is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, York saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while York had more Shoplifting. Overall, York recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 357).