East Ayton and West Ayton Crime Rate

Crime statistics for East Ayton and West Ayton, Scarborough, reveal a crime rate of 40.6 per 1,000 residents over the period from January 2025 to December 2025. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, indicating a generally safer environment. While the area boasts a safety score of 90/100, reflecting a positive perception of safety among residents, understanding the specific types of crimes reported is crucial. The data demonstrates a clear trend of decreasing crime, with a year-on-year reduction of 18.5%, suggesting ongoing efforts to improve safety are proving effective. This decrease, however, shows some fluctuation across the months.

The crime landscape of East Ayton and West Ayton is primarily characterised by violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.6% of reported incidents (57 crimes). Anti-social behaviour represents the second most prevalent concern, with 48 incidents recorded, representing 35.0% of overall crime. Public order offences are also a notable feature, comprising 7.3% of the total (10 crimes). While less frequent, criminal damage and arson (7 crimes), other theft (6 crimes), and vehicle crime (4 crimes) also contribute to the area's crime statistics. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (1 crime) suggests a focused approach to retail security may be in place, although vigilance remains important. The overall property crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents reflects a combination of these factors and is influenced by the area's demographic makeup and local activities.

Crime rates in East Ayton and West Ayton have been steadily decreasing, with an overall reduction of 18.5% year-on-year. Monthly data reveals some fluctuation; the highest monthly rate occurred in December 2025 (5.6 per 1,000), while February 2025 recorded the lowest (2.1 per 1,000). This suggests seasonal variations or potentially the impact of targeted interventions. While this downward trend is encouraging, ongoing vigilance and proactive crime prevention measures remain vital to sustain this positive trajectory.

How To Keep Safe in East Ayton and West Ayton

Given the prevalence of violence and sexual offences, it's important to be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night. Avoid poorly lit areas and consider walking with a friend or using a well-lit route. Anti-social behaviour is also a concern, so report any suspicious activity to the authorities. Secure your property effectively – ensure doors and windows are locked, and consider installing security lighting. Finally, be mindful of your belongings in public places to minimise the risk of theft.

Throughout the day, theft is most prevalent during commercial hours in the afternoon (12pm-6pm), likely reflecting opportunistic incidents. Vehicle crime shows a distinct pattern, with the highest incidence occurring overnight (12am-6am). Burglary remains relatively consistent across all time periods, with a minor increase in the morning (6am-12pm). While a larger proportion of 'other' crimes occurs in the evening (6pm-12am), this reflects a combination of factors, including increased social activity and potential opportunities for crime.

Comparing East Ayton and West Ayton’s crime rate to neighbouring areas presents a varied picture. Hutton Buscel and Brompton-by-Sawdon are notably safer, reporting no crimes during the analysed period. In contrast, Seamer (Scarborough) experiences a considerably higher crime rate of 63.6 per 1,000, while Scarborough itself has a significantly elevated rate of 152.3 per 1,000. This disparity highlights the localised nature of crime and the varying levels of safety across the region.

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