Crime in Helmsley & Sinnington: statistics, rates and trends
212 crimes were recorded in Helmsley & Sinnington in the 12 months to July 2026, 41.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 16% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Helmsley & Sinnington at a glance
- Crime trends in Helmsley & Sinnington
- Types of crime in Helmsley & Sinnington
- Helmsley & Sinnington compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Helmsley & Sinnington
- What happened after crimes were reported in Helmsley & Sinnington
- Population and deprivation in Helmsley & Sinnington
- Questions about crime in Helmsley & Sinnington
- 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.
212 crimes were recorded in Helmsley & Sinnington in the 12 months to July 2026, 41.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 16% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 68 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Helmsley & Sinnington has the 3,391st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Helmsley & Sinnington | North Yorkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 212 | 40,894 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 41.4 | 64.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +16% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,117 | 635,270 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Helmsley & Sinnington was highest in the year to July 2021 (261 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (182). Over the whole period it rose 1%, 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 | 212 | 41.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 182 | 35.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 183 | 35.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 251 | 49.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 203 | 39.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 261 | 51.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 217 | 42.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 226 | 44.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 209 | 40.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | 15 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 17 |
| March 2026 | 22 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 20 |
| November 2025 | 14 |
| October 2025 | 20 |
| September 2025 | 15 |
| August 2025 | 12 |
| July 2025 | 14 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Helmsley & Sinnington 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. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+36%) and anti-social behaviour (+26%). The largest falls were in other theft (-40%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 68 | 13.3 | 0.39 | +36% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 59 | 11.5 | 0.75 | +26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 24 | 4.7 | 0.69 | +14% |
| Other theft | 15 | 2.9 | 0.46 | -40% |
| Public order | 14 | 2.7 | 0.41 | +27% |
| Burglary | 8 | 1.6 | 0.44 | -20% |
| Vehicle crime | 7 | 1.4 | 0.28 | -30% |
| Drugs | 5 | 1.0 | 0.30 | +400% |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 0.8 | 0.09 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.6 | 0.60 | n/a |
| Other crime | 2 | 0.4 | 0.19 | -33% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.24 | +0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.14 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Helmsley & Sinnington
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 32.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Helmsley & Sinnington
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 27.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Helmsley & Sinnington
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Helmsley & Sinnington
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Helmsley & Sinnington
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Helmsley & Sinnington
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Helmsley & Sinnington
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Helmsley & Sinnington
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Helmsley & Sinnington
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Helmsley & Sinnington
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Helmsley & Sinnington
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Helmsley & Sinnington
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Helmsley & Sinnington
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Helmsley & Sinnington, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Helmsley & Sinnington.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Helmsley & Sinnington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkbymoorside & Dales | 301 | 44.8 | +8% |
| Amotherby & Ampleforth | 220 | 39.3 | -5% |
| Pickering | 551 | 71.4 | +72% |
| Malton | 384 | 57.0 | +38% |
| Easingwold | 325 | 55.1 | +33% |
| Hillside & Raskelf | 148 | 25.5 | -38% |
| Norton | 380 | 45.0 | +9% |
| Sheriff Hutton & Derwent | 209 | 30.6 | -26% |
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 Helmsley & Sinnington over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Eastgate | 11 |
| On or near | 10 |
| On or near Elm Court | 9 |
| On or near Gale Lane | 8 |
| On or near Ryemount Crescent | 8 |
| On or near Parking Area | 7 |
| On or near Bridge Street | 6 |
| On or near Low Street | 6 |
| On or near Oswaldkirk Bank | 5 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Helmsley & Sinnington 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 | 66 | 34.0% |
| Not recorded | 54 | 27.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 30 | 15.5% |
| Under investigation | 20 | 10.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 11 | 5.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 6 | 3.1% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 2.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 1.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.5% |
Helmsley & Sinnington has an estimated population of 5,117. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Helmsley & Sinnington sits in decile 5.7, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Helmsley & Sinnington |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 65.5% |
| Social rented homes | 10.6% |
| Private rented homes | 23.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.7 |
Is Helmsley & Sinnington a safe place to live?
Helmsley & Sinnington recorded 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Helmsley & Sinnington?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (59).
Is crime in Helmsley & Sinnington going up or down?
Recorded crime in Helmsley & Sinnington was up 16% on the year before: 212 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 182 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Helmsley & Sinnington?
Helmsley & Sinnington 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 Helmsley & Sinnington. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.