Crime Rate in Whitby West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitby West

The total recorded crimes in Whitby West, Scarborough, UK in March 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitby West crime rate of 5.99 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 Whitby West, encompassing approximately 13,193 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (3200.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Whitby West Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Ann'S Staith with total crimes: 10
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • Esplanade with total crimes: 4

How safe is Whitby West?

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

  • Relative to Scarborough:

    • In 2024, Whitby West reported a higher crime volume than the Scarborough average, with 717 crimes compared to 680. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Whitby West witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whitby West had fewer crimes than the Scarborough average, with 678 crimes compared to 771. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Whitby West witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Scarborough, Whitby West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Whitby West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whitby West has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 5.99 ranking 5th out of 16 in the Scarborough, UK

In 2024, the total Whitby West crimes were 717. The crime rate of Whitby West in 2024 was 54.34 (year) or 4.53 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Scarborough.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitby West were around 678 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.39 (year) or 4.28 (month) ranking 7 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 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
Scalby & the Coast13 16249 13284 13
Seamer18 15240 14271 15
Derwent Valley & Moor19 14225 16228 16
Esk Valley & Coast12 17198 17182 17

Whitby West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

In November 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 252 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 28.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202533
November 20241
October 202430
September 202430
August 202428
July 202430
June 202442
May 202432
April 202426

A total of 143 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 17.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
October 20249
September 202415
August 202421
July 202421
June 202424
May 202421
April 202413

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20241
September 20241
July 20243
June 202410
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20245
June 20244
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
October 20242
September 20249
August 20247
July 20243
June 202410
May 202413
April 20244

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
October 20247
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20246
July 20243
April 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 35 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20247
June 20246
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Whitby West in March 2025

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

1. St Ann'S Staith (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Public order1
3. Esplanade (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Dundas Gardens (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Bicycle theft1
5. St Hilda'S Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Fountains Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Holly Tree Court (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
8. Victoria Square (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Angel Yard (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
10. Haggersgate (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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