Crime in Osgoldcross: statistics, rates and trends
518 crimes were recorded in Osgoldcross in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Osgoldcross at a glance
- Crime trends in Osgoldcross
- Types of crime in Osgoldcross
- Osgoldcross compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Osgoldcross
- What happened after crimes were reported in Osgoldcross
- Population and deprivation in Osgoldcross
- Questions about crime in Osgoldcross
- 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.
518 crimes were recorded in Osgoldcross in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 180 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Osgoldcross has the 2,757th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Osgoldcross | North Yorkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 518 | 40,894 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.7 | 64.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -17% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 9,140 | 635,270 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Osgoldcross was highest in the year to July 2021 (721 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (508). Over the whole period it fell 13%, 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 | 518 | 56.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 625 | 68.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 589 | 64.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 677 | 74.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 508 | 55.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 721 | 78.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 608 | 66.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 701 | 76.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 595 | 65.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| June 2026 | 43 |
| May 2026 | 54 |
| April 2026 | 46 |
| March 2026 | 44 |
| February 2026 | 31 |
| January 2026 | 37 |
| December 2025 | 38 |
| November 2025 | 34 |
| October 2025 | 55 |
| September 2025 | 49 |
| August 2025 | 41 |
| July 2025 | 45 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Osgoldcross 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 falls were in anti-social behaviour (-27%) and criminal damage and arson (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 180 | 19.7 | 0.58 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 111 | 12.1 | 0.79 | -27% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 60 | 6.6 | 0.97 | -26% |
| Vehicle crime | 49 | 5.4 | 1.09 | -26% |
| Other theft | 40 | 4.4 | 0.68 | -18% |
| Burglary | 32 | 3.5 | 0.99 | -3% |
| Public order | 17 | 1.9 | 0.28 | -15% |
| Drugs | 10 | 1.1 | 0.33 | +43% |
| Other crime | 10 | 1.1 | 0.52 | -23% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.5 | 0.56 | +400% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.13 | -67% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | -75% |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.1 | 0.01 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Osgoldcross
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Osgoldcross recorded 180 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 34.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Osgoldcross
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Osgoldcross recorded 111 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 21.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Osgoldcross
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Osgoldcross recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 11.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Osgoldcross
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Osgoldcross recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Osgoldcross
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Osgoldcross recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Osgoldcross
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Osgoldcross recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Osgoldcross
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Osgoldcross recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Osgoldcross
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Osgoldcross recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Osgoldcross
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Osgoldcross recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Osgoldcross
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Osgoldcross recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Osgoldcross
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Osgoldcross recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Osgoldcross
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Osgoldcross recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Osgoldcross
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Osgoldcross recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Osgoldcross, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Osgoldcross.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Osgoldcross |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorpe Willoughby & Hambleton | 255 | 36.6 | -35% |
| Monk Fryston & South Milford | 407 | 48.7 | -14% |
| Camblesforth & Carlton | 176 | 36.9 | -35% |
| Brayton & Barlow | 211 | 33.0 | -42% |
| Selby East | 1,280 | 155.9 | +175% |
| Selby West | 1,042 | 96.0 | +69% |
| Sherburn in Elmet | 507 | 54.8 | -3% |
| Barlby & Riccall | 228 | 42.1 | -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 Osgoldcross over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Bird Lane | 22 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 20 |
| On or near Breamar Court | 18 |
| On or near Weeland Road | 17 |
| On or near Parking Area | 15 |
| On or near Manor Garth | 14 |
| On or near Ryecroft Gardens | 13 |
| On or near Westfield Garth | 13 |
| On or near Oak Tree Close | 11 |
| On or near All Saints Court | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Osgoldcross 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 | 147 | 30.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 113 | 23.8% |
| Not recorded | 102 | 21.5% |
| Under investigation | 53 | 11.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 4.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 13 | 2.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 2.3% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.2% |
Osgoldcross has an estimated population of 9,140. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Osgoldcross sits in decile 6.2, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Osgoldcross |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.9% |
| Social rented homes | 8.9% |
| Private rented homes | 11.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.2 |
Is Osgoldcross a safe place to live?
Osgoldcross recorded 56.7 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 Osgoldcross?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 180 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (111).
Is crime in Osgoldcross going up or down?
Recorded crime in Osgoldcross was down 17% on the year before: 518 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 625 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Osgoldcross?
Osgoldcross 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 Osgoldcross. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.