Crime Rate in Scalby & the Coast: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Scalby & the Coast

The total recorded crimes in Scalby & the Coast, Scarborough, UK in March 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Scalby & the Coast crime rate of 7.89 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 Scalby & the Coast, encompassing approximately 1,647 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Possession of weapons: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Scalby & the Coast Crime Hotspots

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

  • Danes Dyke with total crimes: 3
  • Prior Wath Road with total crimes: 1
  • Bloody Beck Hill with total crimes: 1

How safe is Scalby & the Coast?

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

  • Relative to Scarborough:

    • In 2024, Scalby & the Coast demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Scarborough average, with 249 crimes compared to 680.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Scalby & the Coast recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Scalby & the Coast had fewer crimes than the Scarborough average, with 284 crimes compared to 771. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Scalby & the Coast recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Scarborough, Scalby & the Coast has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Scalby & the Coast Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Scalby & the Coast has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 7.89 ranking 16th out of 16 in the Scarborough, UK

In 2024, the total Scalby & the Coast crimes were 249. The crime rate of Scalby & the Coast in 2024 was 151.10 (year) or 12.59 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Scarborough.

In 2023, the total crimes in Scalby & the Coast were around 284 crimes with yearly crime rate of 172.34 (year) or 14.36 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Scarborough.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Scarborough)CrimesRank (Scarborough)CrimesRank (Scarborough)
Castle369 13,410 13,969 1
Falsgrave & Stepney82 41,039 21,277 2
Northstead98 2946 3957 5
Eastfield75 6913 41,007 3
Weaponness & Ramshill97 3652 7999 4
Woodlands70 7728 5912 6
Whitby West79 5717 6678 7
Whitby Streonshalh51 8570 8574 8
Filey32 9518 9478 9
Newby31 10316 11393 10
Hunmanby & Sherburn (part Scarborough)23 13349 10326 11
Danby & Mulgrave25 11238 15293 12
Cayton23 12257 12275 14
Seamer18 15240 14271 15
Derwent Valley & Moor19 14225 16228 16
Esk Valley & Coast12 17198 17182 17

Scalby & the Coast Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

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

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (22 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 68 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
October 20245
September 20246
August 20247
July 202415
June 202414
May 20247
April 202410

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
July 20246
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 62 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20248
September 20246
August 20243
July 20241
June 202422
May 20248
April 202412

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Scalby & the Coast in March 2025

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

1. Danes Dyke (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Prior Wath Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Bloody Beck Hill (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. West Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. High Barmer (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Chichester Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Field Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Rocks Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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