Cottingham Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cottingham's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 29.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This performance aligns with the area's character as a relatively low-crime built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire, where property crimes and violent offences dominate the crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.5% of all reported incidents, while shoplifting made up 24.7%, reflecting the influence of retail activity in the area. The seasonal context of July—peak summer with schools out and tourism at its height—likely contributes to patterns such as the surge in shoplifting and the concurrent drop in violent crime, as outdoor spaces become more populated. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson, despite being below the UK average for most categories, raises questions about local factors such as unattended properties or targeted vandalism during summer festivals. Cottingham's overall safety remains a priority for local authorities, with the current rate suggesting a balance between proactive policing and the natural ebb and flow of seasonal crime patterns.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in Cottingham's crime profile, with criminal damage and arson surging by 133.3% compared to June. This spike, from three to seven incidents, contrasts sharply with declines in burglary (-50%) and public order offences (-41.7%). The increase in property-related crimes—particularly shoplifting, which accounts for 24.7% of all reported incidents—suggests a possible link to summer tourism, though the area's rate of shoplifting remains 121% above the UK average. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 10.7%, a trend consistent with broader patterns of reduced violent crime in built-up areas during peak summer months. The 121% above UK average for shoplifting highlights a specific challenge, potentially tied to the town's retail presence and seasonal foot traffic.

Cottingham's crime rate in July 2024 dropped by 6.1% compared to June, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 77 crimes reported across 31 days, this equates to roughly two crimes per day, a figure that may offer reassurance to local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 170 residents, a ratio that places Cottingham well below the UK average in terms of monthly exposure. This decline follows a broader pattern of stability in the area, though the reduction in violent crime—specifically a 10.7% drop in violence and sexual offences—suggests targeted interventions may be yielding results. The daily crime count, while low, remains a useful metric for residents to contextualise local safety, particularly as the area continues to navigate seasonal fluctuations in activity.