Cottingham Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Cottingham during April 2023, 7.3 crimes were reported, placing the area 2.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 3 crimes for every 13,110 residents, or one crime for every 137 residents over the course of the month. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 39.6% of all reported incidents—38 cases in total—while public order offences (21 cases) and property crimes (26 cases) formed the next two most common categories. These patterns align with the seasonal context of April, a time of increased outdoor activity and Easter-related movements, which may contribute to higher visibility of certain crime types. The sharp rise in public order offences compared to the UK average (150% above) suggests local factors such as increased foot traffic in town centres or specific community dynamics could be influencing this category. Meanwhile, violent crime rates in Cottingham (2.9 per 1,000) slightly exceed the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000), though the overall rate remains below the national benchmark. The seasonal transition from spring to summer may have also played a role in shaping these patterns, with warmer weather increasing opportunities for public order disturbances and interpersonal conflicts.

April 2023 saw significant month-on-month changes in Cottingham's crime profile. Shoplifting incidents surged by 133.3%, rising from 3 to 7 cases—a jump that may reflect increased retail activity during the Easter period or changes in policing priorities. Public order offences also increased sharply, rising 110% from 10 to 21 cases, a figure that is 150% above the UK average for this category. This spike could be linked to the Easter holiday's impact on local gatherings or events, though no direct causal link is confirmed. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1 case), due to reduced outdoor cycling activity in early spring or improved security measures. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained 32% below the UK average (0.8 vs 1.2 per 1,000), suggesting local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be effective in this area. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted notably: while property crimes accounted for 26 of the 96 total incidents, violent crimes (38 cases) made up a larger share, indicating a potential increase in interpersonal conflicts or targeted violence during the month. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the rise in public order offences, which could affect the sense of safety in communal spaces.

Cottingham's crime rate in April 2023 (7.3 per 1,000 residents) marked a 54.8% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This jump places the area's current rate well above its own historical trends for this time of year. On a daily basis, residents faced an average of 3 crimes per day in April—a figure that, while modest, translates to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 137 residents. This ratio highlights that while the overall rate remains below the UK average, the increase from March to April has narrowed the gap significantly. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the 96 total crimes were distributed across 13,110 residents, meaning each individual faced a risk of approximately 0.73 crimes per year at this rate. This calculation assumes no change in the underlying trends, though the sharp rise in public order offences and violent crime suggests that local factors may be temporarily elevating risk. For context, the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 means Cottingham is still slightly safer than the national benchmark, but the month-on-month surge indicates that residents may need to remain vigilant about safety in public spaces, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during extended Easter events.