Crime Rate in Malton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Malton

The total recorded crimes in Malton, Ryedale, UK in January 2026 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Malton crime rate of 3.66 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 Malton, encompassing approximately 8,748 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Malton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chandlers Wharf with total crimes: 3
  • Carpenters Yard with total crimes: 3
  • Wheelgate with total crimes: 3

How safe is Malton?

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

  • Relative to Ryedale:

    • In 2024, Malton reported a higher crime volume than the Ryedale average, with 446 crimes compared to 393. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Malton witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 8 other areas in the Ryedale.

    • In 2023, Malton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Ryedale average, with 467 crimes compared to 407. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Malton witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 8 other areas in the Ryedale.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ryedale, Malton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Malton Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Malton has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 3.66 ranking 5th out of 8 in the Ryedale, UK

In 2024, the total Malton crimes were 446. The crime rate of Malton in 2024 was 50.98 (year) or 4.25 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Ryedale.

In 2023, the total crimes in Malton were around 467 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.38 (year) or 4.45 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Ryedale.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Malton)CrimesRank (Malton)CrimesRank (Malton)
Sheriff Hutton & Derwent19 8458 3536 1
Norton25 7587 1475 3
Kirkbymoorside & Dales41 1477 2462 5
Helmsley & Sinnington32 6426 5492 2
Amotherby & Ampleforth40 2332 8367 7
Thornton Dale & Wolds35 3337 7367 8
Pickering34 4401 6427 6
Hunmanby & Sherburn (part Ryedale)4 970 968 9

Malton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (6 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (9 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 112 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202614
December 20257
November 20255
October 20254
September 202512
August 202511
July 202514
June 20259
May 202513
April 202515
March 20258

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20252
October 20251
August 20251
July 20253
June 20253
May 20253
April 20253

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20252
August 20252
May 20253
March 20251

A total of 124 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20259
November 20256
October 20256
September 202517
August 202512
July 202515
June 20259
May 202521
April 202515
March 20258

A total of 71 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20252
November 20252
October 20254
September 20252
August 20254
July 20255
June 20256
May 202519
April 202512
March 202512

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
October 20253
September 20251
August 20251
July 20255
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
November 20256
October 20252
September 20255
August 20254
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20254
April 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
September 20251
April 20253

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20251
August 20254
June 20252
April 20253

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20251

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

High Crime Locations Malton in January 2026

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

1. Chandlers Wharf (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
2. Carpenters Yard (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
3. Wheelgate (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
4. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
5. Paul'S Row (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Church Hill (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Highfield Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Town Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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