Crime Rate in Masham & Fountains: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Masham & Fountains

The total recorded crimes in Masham & Fountains, Harrogate, UK in July 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Masham & Fountains crime rate of 64.35 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Masham & Fountains, encompassing approximately 279 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (37.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Burglary: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Masham & Fountains Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Little Croft with total crimes: 3
  • Chapel Garth with total crimes: 2
  • St John'S Crescent with total crimes: 2

How safe is Masham & Fountains?

To understand the safety of Masham & Fountains, we need to analyze Masham & Fountains crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Harrogate:

    • In 2024, Masham & Fountains demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Harrogate average, with 137 crimes compared to 474.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Masham & Fountains recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Harrogate.

    • In 2023, Masham & Fountains had fewer crimes than the Harrogate average, with 163 crimes compared to 561. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Masham & Fountains recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Harrogate.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Harrogate, Masham & Fountains has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Masham & Fountains Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Masham & Fountains has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 64.35 ranking 20th out of 20 in the Harrogate, UK

In 2024, the total Masham & Fountains crimes were 137. The crime rate of Masham & Fountains in 2024 was 489.81 (year) or 40.82 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Harrogate.

In 2023, the total crimes in Masham & Fountains were around 163 crimes with yearly crime rate of 582.77 (year) or 48.56 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Harrogate.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Masham & Fountains)CrimesRank (Masham & Fountains)CrimesRank (Masham & Fountains)
Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate116 11,629 11,920 1
High Harrogate & Kingsley58 4771 3969 2
Ouseburn50 9786 2871 3
Fairfax & Starbeck79 2570 4673 5
Knaresborough West62 3511 7560 8
Ripon Minster & Moorside52 7569 5871 4
Bilton & Nidd Gorge56 5395 10492 10
Washburn & Birstwith14 21537 6604 6
Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate54 6507 8531 9
Coppice Valley & Duchy51 8442 9580 7
Ripon Ure Bank & Spa50 10355 13429 12
Stray, Woodlands & Hookstone40 13343 15480 11
Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith33 14383 11310 17
Boroughbridge & Claro45 11352 14406 14
Knaresborough East44 12382 12418 13
Harlow & St. Georges22 18302 16371 15
Wathvale & Bishop Monkton29 15269 17303 18
Bilton Grange & New Park19 19258 19320 16
Pateley Bridge & Nidderdale25 16187 20226 20
Oatlands & Pannal25 17265 18280 19

Masham & Fountains Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 6.71 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20258
May 20254
April 20254
March 20258
October 20248
September 20244

A total of 27 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.86 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20257
April 20252
March 20251
October 20245
August 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
March 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
September 20241

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20243

High Crime Locations Masham & Fountains in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Masham & Fountains postcode area is presented below.

1. Little Croft (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Chapel Garth (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. St John'S Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. High Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Aldermans Meadow (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Green Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Richmond Garth (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Riddings Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. The Green (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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