Wiltshire Police

Is York Road Safe?

Crime statistics for York Road. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 1,797 crimes
36 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

1,797 Crimes (last 36 months)
50.5% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑2% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 1,797 total crimes recorded in York Road

Violent Crime
500 27.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
383 21.3%
Shoplifting
317 17.6%
Public Order
139 7.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
122 6.8%
Other Theft
93 5.2%
Drugs
63 3.5%
Vehicle Crime
58 3.2%
Burglary
37 2.1%
Bicycle Theft
23 1.3%
Other Crime
19 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
18 1%
Theft from Person
14 0.8%
Robbery
11 0.6%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for York Road — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is York Road safe?

York Road has a CrimeRadar safety score of 36/100, rated Below Average. 574 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. York Road has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in York Road in the last 12 months?

574 crimes were recorded in York Road in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 2% compared to the previous 12-month period (563 crimes).

What is the most common crime in York Road?

The most common crime in York Road is Violent Crime, with 500 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 87.1% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in York Road increasing or decreasing?

Crime in York Road is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for York Road?

York Road has a safety score of 36 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does York Road compare to the Wiltshire Police average?

York Road has a safety score of 36/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. York Road is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in York Road?

50.5% of crimes in York Road resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in York Road?

500 violent crimes were recorded in York Road in the last 12 months, representing 87.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 383 incidents.

When was the crime data for York Road last updated?

The crime data for York Road was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare York Road with other areas?

You can compare York Road with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.