Cottingham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cottingham’s July 2023 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places it 47% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 8.3 per 1,000. This marked safety margin aligns with the area’s character as a relatively low-density built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire, where community policing and limited commercial activity may contribute to sustained lower crime levels. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (28.1% of total), anti-social behaviour (15.8%), and public order (15.8%)—reflect a mix of personal and social challenges. The dominance of violent crime, however, is tempered by its 57% deficit against the UK average for this category. Seasonal factors likely play a role in the data: with schools out and tourism at its peak, the area’s summer events may have both increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour and reduced the visibility of petty theft through increased foot traffic. The sharp rise in public order offences—up 28.6% from June—may be linked to the proliferation of summer festivals and outdoor gatherings, which can strain local resources. Meanwhile, the 80% drop in vehicle crime suggests that reduced commuter traffic during school holidays could have limited opportunities for such offences. Cottingham’s overall crime profile illustrates a balance between persistent local challenges and the mitigating effects of seasonal rhythms.

July 2023 saw dramatic fluctuations in crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 350% as incidents increased from 2 to 9. This spike contrasts sharply with a 50% drop in shoplifting and an 80% decline in vehicle crime, the latter falling from 5 to 1. The shift in crime mix highlights a marked reduction in property-related offences, which now account for 40% of total crimes (down from 58% in June), while violent crimes decreased by 48.4%. Burglary and public order offences both rose by 50% and 28.6% respectively, though these remain well below UK averages for their categories. The 47% gap between Cottingham’s rate and the UK average underscores the area’s relative safety, even as specific local trends—such as the sharp anti-social behaviour increase—warrant closer attention from local authorities.

Cottingham's crime rate in July 2023 fell by 20.8% compared to June, marking a notable shift in the local crime picture. The previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents dropped to 4.4, a decline consistent with seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas during summer. Daily crime activity in July averaged approximately two incidents per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s generally safe environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents against Cottingham’s population of 13,110. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, though comparisons to other areas remain speculative without specific national benchmarks. The drop in violent crimes—particularly a 48.4% reduction in violence and sexual offences—suggests a possible alignment with summer holidays reducing opportunities for such incidents.