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North Yorkshire Crime Survey

Jo Coles, York and North Yorkshire Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, is calling on people to share their views on violence and community safety in York and North Yorkshire. This year’s survey also includes specific questions about violence against women and girls. 

Anyone who has been a victim of violence, felt unsafe or been affected by violent crime can take part in the survey to help improve services and support going forward.

The survey is open until Friday 4 July 2025.

Start the survey:  https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ViolenceSurvey

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Appeal to all agricultural and marina businesses regarding theft of diesel fuel

North Yorkshire Police has recently seized a vehicle which contained a large quantity of diesel fuel in the rear of the vehicle. This has prompted us to issue an appeal to all agricultural and marina businesses regarding the storing of diesel fuel and how you can help prevent further crimes.

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We Care Scheme

Supporting people with disabilities or those who may be vulnerable for any reason

North Yorkshire is one of the safest places to live in the UK. However, for some people, going into their local town or city centre can be intimidating.

The We Care scheme looks to provide a sense of safety and independence for those who may be more vulnerable and enables the police to provide them with a better level of service.

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Parishioners: Are You Worried About the Cost of Living?

If you’re struggling to pay for food and other essentials, there are local schemes and organisations in North Yorkshire which may be able to help or point you in the right direction. You’ll find information about emergency support with everyday living costs, benefits, Pension Credit, energy bills, food and managing debt all in one place at www.northyorks.gov.uk/costofliving

North Yorkshire Council’s cost of living web page also has information about schemes to help families, free adult learning courses and local community-based support including Warm Welcome spaces as well as advice on staying safe and well. If you’re less confident with technology and have friends or family who might be able to help you understand what support is available with the cost of living, please ask them to look at the web page with you. You can also go into any North Yorkshire library or North Yorkshire Council office.

If you’re not sure who to turn to, you can call North Yorkshire Council’s customer service centre on 0300 131 2 131 Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 4:30pm asking for ‘cost of living help’ when prompted.