Crime in Masham & Fountains: statistics, rates and trends
184 crimes were recorded in Masham & Fountains in the 12 months to July 2026, 33.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 26% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Masham & Fountains at a glance
- Crime trends in Masham & Fountains
- Types of crime in Masham & Fountains
- Masham & Fountains compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Masham & Fountains
- What happened after crimes were reported in Masham & Fountains
- Population and deprivation in Masham & Fountains
- Questions about crime in Masham & Fountains
- 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.
184 crimes were recorded in Masham & Fountains in the 12 months to July 2026, 33.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 26% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 96 reports (52% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Masham & Fountains has the 3,684th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Masham & Fountains | North Yorkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 184 | 40,894 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 33.0 | 64.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +26% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,578 | 635,270 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Masham & Fountains was highest in the year to July 2021 (252 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (146). Over the whole period it fell 2%, 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 | 184 | 33.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 146 | 26.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 150 | 26.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 183 | 32.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 210 | 37.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 252 | 45.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 178 | 31.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 155 | 27.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 188 | 33.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 20 |
| April 2026 | 12 |
| March 2026 | 12 |
| February 2026 | 9 |
| January 2026 | 17 |
| December 2025 | 7 |
| November 2025 | 12 |
| October 2025 | 11 |
| September 2025 | 37 |
| August 2025 | 9 |
| July 2025 | 18 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Masham & Fountains 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 (+52%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-24%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 96 | 17.2 | 0.50 | +52% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 25 | 4.5 | 0.29 | -24% |
| Other theft | 16 | 2.9 | 0.45 | +60% |
| Burglary | 13 | 2.3 | 0.66 | +117% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 11 | 2.0 | 0.29 | +38% |
| Public order | 10 | 1.8 | 0.27 | +67% |
| Vehicle crime | 3 | 0.5 | 0.11 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.4 | 0.44 | +100% |
| Drugs | 2 | 0.4 | 0.11 | -71% |
| Other crime | 2 | 0.4 | 0.17 | -33% |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0.4 | 0.04 | -67% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 0.18 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Masham & Fountains
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Masham & Fountains recorded 96 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 52.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Masham & Fountains
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Masham & Fountains recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 13.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Masham & Fountains
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Masham & Fountains recorded 16 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 up 60% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Masham & Fountains
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Masham & Fountains recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 117% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Masham & Fountains
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Masham & Fountains recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Masham & Fountains
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Masham & Fountains recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Masham & Fountains
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Masham & Fountains recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Masham & Fountains
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Masham & Fountains recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Masham & Fountains
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Masham & Fountains recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 71% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Masham & Fountains
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Masham & Fountains 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 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Masham & Fountains
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Masham & Fountains recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Masham & Fountains
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Masham & Fountains recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, 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 Masham & Fountains, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Masham & Fountains.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Masham & Fountains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon Ure Bank & Spa | 314 | 37.3 | +13% |
| Ripon Minster & Moorside | 701 | 79.5 | +141% |
| Wathvale & Bishop Monkton | 274 | 29.1 | -12% |
| Bedale | 250 | 49.2 | +49% |
| Pateley Bridge & Nidderdale | 168 | 30.5 | -8% |
| Boroughbridge & Claro | 439 | 59.3 | +80% |
| Aiskew & Leeming | 326 | 36.5 | +11% |
| Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate | 478 | 36.7 | +11% |
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 Masham & Fountains over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Avenue Bank | 24 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 10 |
| On or near Beechwood Close | 7 |
| On or near Church Street | 7 |
| On or near Back Lane | 6 |
| On or near Little Croft | 6 |
| On or near Renton Close | 6 |
| On or near The Beeches | 6 |
| On or near Broadfield Lane | 5 |
| On or near Chapel Garth | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Masham & Fountains 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 53 | 31.4% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 45 | 26.6% |
| Under investigation | 32 | 18.9% |
| Not recorded | 23 | 13.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 6 | 3.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 2.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 1.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 1.2% |
| Local resolution | 1 | 0.6% |
Masham & Fountains has an estimated population of 5,578. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Masham & Fountains sits in decile 6.0, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Masham & Fountains |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 31.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 71.1% |
| Social rented homes | 9.6% |
| Private rented homes | 19.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.0 |
Is Masham & Fountains a safe place to live?
Masham & Fountains recorded 33.0 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 Masham & Fountains?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 96 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (25).
Is crime in Masham & Fountains going up or down?
Recorded crime in Masham & Fountains was up 26% on the year before: 184 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 146 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Masham & Fountains?
Masham & Fountains 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 Masham & Fountains. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.