Crime in Guildhall: statistics, rates and trends
4,921 crimes were recorded in Guildhall in the 12 months to July 2026, 314.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Guildhall at a glance
- Crime trends in Guildhall
- Types of crime in Guildhall
- Guildhall compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Guildhall
- What happened after crimes were reported in Guildhall
- Population and deprivation in Guildhall
- Questions about crime in Guildhall
- About this data
Note: North Yorkshire Police did not publish data for July 2026. Twelve-month figures here are estimated from the months that were published.
4,921 crimes were recorded in Guildhall in the 12 months to July 2026, 314.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 1,540 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Guildhall has the 57th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Guildhall | York | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 4,921 | 18,886 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 314.0 | 90.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -10% | -4% | -1% |
| Population | 15,670 | 209,301 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Guildhall was highest in the year to July 2019 (5,909 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (4,635). Over the whole period it fell 16%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 4,921 | 314.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 5,476 | 349.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 5,424 | 346.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 5,116 | 326.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 5,184 | 330.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 4,635 | 295.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 4,943 | 315.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 5,909 | 377.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 5,872 | 374.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | 443 |
| May 2026 | 427 |
| April 2026 | 375 |
| March 2026 | 392 |
| February 2026 | 352 |
| January 2026 | 332 |
| December 2025 | 399 |
| November 2025 | 400 |
| October 2025 | 477 |
| September 2025 | 406 |
| August 2025 | 507 |
| July 2025 | 505 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Guildhall over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in robbery (+60%) and possession of weapons (+31%). The largest falls were in bicycle theft (-48%) and burglary (-44%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 1,540 | 98.3 | 2.87 | +7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1,145 | 73.1 | 4.76 | -18% |
| Shoplifting | 867 | 55.3 | 6.68 | -19% |
| Public order | 296 | 18.9 | 2.84 | +18% |
| Other theft | 228 | 14.6 | 2.28 | -2% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 217 | 13.8 | 2.04 | -20% |
| Bicycle theft | 145 | 9.3 | 11.24 | -48% |
| Drugs | 101 | 6.4 | 1.97 | -8% |
| Burglary | 94 | 6.0 | 1.70 | -44% |
| Vehicle crime | 91 | 5.8 | 1.18 | +12% |
| Robbery | 83 | 5.3 | 3.92 | +60% |
| Possession of weapons | 51 | 3.3 | 3.35 | +31% |
| Theft from the person | 38 | 2.4 | 1.44 | -32% |
| Other crime | 24 | 1.5 | 0.73 | -23% |
Violence and sexual offences in Guildhall
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Guildhall recorded 1,540 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (98.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 31.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Guildhall
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Guildhall recorded 1,145 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (73.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 23.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Guildhall
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Guildhall recorded 867 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (55.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 17.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Guildhall
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Guildhall recorded 296 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Guildhall
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Guildhall recorded 228 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Guildhall
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Guildhall recorded 217 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Guildhall
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Guildhall recorded 145 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Guildhall
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Guildhall recorded 101 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Guildhall
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Guildhall recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Guildhall
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Guildhall recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Guildhall
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Guildhall recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Guildhall
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Guildhall recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Guildhall
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Guildhall recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Guildhall
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Guildhall recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Guildhall, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Guildhall.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Guildhall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heworth | 1,125 | 76.6 | -76% |
| Clifton | 1,008 | 104.9 | -67% |
| Micklegate | 2,134 | 165.9 | -47% |
| Fishergate | 986 | 88.1 | -72% |
| Heworth Without | 72 | 18.9 | -94% |
| Hull Road | 1,008 | 63.2 | -80% |
| Holgate | 917 | 72.7 | -77% |
| Rawcliffe & Clifton Without | 919 | 73.9 | -76% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Guildhall over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near | 959 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 385 |
| On or near Supermarket | 196 |
| On or near Hospital | 167 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall | 159 |
| On or near Parking Area | 126 |
| On or near Blake Street | 111 |
| On or near King Street | 95 |
| On or near Low Ousegate | 85 |
| On or near Merchantgate | 75 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Guildhall over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 1,232 | 27.3% |
| Not recorded | 1,050 | 23.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 921 | 20.4% |
| Under investigation | 420 | 9.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 300 | 6.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 219 | 4.9% |
| Local resolution | 151 | 3.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 150 | 3.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 29 | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 14 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 12 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 8 | 0.2% |
Guildhall has an estimated population of 15,670. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Guildhall sits in decile 6.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Guildhall |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 7.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 82.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 34.6% |
| Social rented homes | 16.6% |
| Private rented homes | 48.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 |
Is Guildhall a safe place to live?
Guildhall recorded 314.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Guildhall?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 1,540 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (1,145).
Is crime in Guildhall going up or down?
Recorded crime in Guildhall was down 10% on the year before: 4,921 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 5,476 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Guildhall?
Guildhall is policed by North Yorkshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Guildhall. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.