York Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate York's crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 28.9% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category. With an overall crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents, the city exceeds the UK average by 7.8%, a figure that reflects the interplay of its historic urban fabric and seasonal dynamics. The rise in violence and sexual offences—503 incidents in total—may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which typically brings increased foot traffic to York's historic centres and public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category at 26.0%, also shows a marked presence, with rates 65% above the UK average. This could be attributed to the city's mix of tourist attractions, educational institutions, and residential areas, which create environments conducive to such activity. Shoplifting, at 12.0% of total crimes, further illustrates the impact of retail spaces in York's high streets, where 209 incidents were recorded. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely contributes to higher levels of outdoor activity, which may influence both violent and property crime trends. While the city's overall rate is above the UK average, certain categories like burglary (2.4%) and vehicle crime (2.3%) remain below national levels, due to York's compact urban design and lower rates of car ownership compared to more industrialised regions.

April 2025 saw sharp increases in robbery, with incidents rising 340% from five to 22, a jump that could reflect heightened outdoor activity during the Easter period. Bicycle theft also rose by 35.8%, from 53 to 72, a trend that aligns with York's growing cycling culture and the seasonal influx of visitors to its historic sites. Criminal damage and arson increased by 26.7%, from 116 to 147, potentially linked to the Easter holidays and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour in York remains 65% above the UK average at 2.2 per 1,000, a persistent challenge in a city with a high concentration of tourists and students. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 68.4%, from 19 to 6, a decline that may indicate effective policing in key areas. For residents, the 1-in-120 monthly exposure rate offers a tangible measure of crime frequency in the city, though this figure remains above the UK average in several categories.

York's crime rate in April 2025 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a 6.0% increase from March's 7.9 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 58 crimes reported each day in the city, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 120 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the density of crime in York's population of 209,301. While the city's overall rate remains 7.8% above the UK average, certain categories show stark contrasts. For instance, anti-social behaviour in York is 65% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the city's historic urban layout and high foot traffic in its tourist and retail areas. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime in York are both below the UK average, likely due to the city's compact, well-lit urban environment and lower prevalence of vacant properties compared to more sprawling regions. These differences highlight how local geography and demographics shape crime patterns, even as broader national trends influence specific categories.