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North Yorkshire Police

Yorkshire and the Humber region. Headquarters: Northallerton.

  • Rural crime
  • Heritage crime
  • Tourism policing

North Yorkshire Police polices England's largest county, covering an area of over 3,300 square miles that is predominantly rural with significant tourist and agricultural activity. The force has one of the lowest crime rates in the country but faces particular challenges around rural crime, heritage theft, and seasonal increases in visitor numbers. North Yorkshire also has responsibility for policing the historic city of York.

Area Covered

North Yorkshire Police covers England's largest county by area, including the city of York, the towns of Harrogate, Scarborough, and Northallerton, and the national parks of the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales.

Last updated 24 September 2026