Cottingham Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cottingham's built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire recorded 76 crimes in May 2024, equating to a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents—31% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure translates to roughly 2 crimes per day for the area's 13,110 residents, a volume that reflects the area's generally low crime profile. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (38.2% of total), followed by burglary (15.8%) and shoplifting (14.5%). These patterns may be influenced by Cottingham's character as a small town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where public spaces and local amenities could contribute to both crime opportunities and community policing efforts. Seasonal factors in May—such as longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely played a role in the rise of violent offences, consistent with national trends where warmer weather and social gatherings often correlate with higher rates of assault and disorder. The crime mix shows a balance between property and violent crime, with property offences (40%) slightly outpacing violent crime (38.2%), though this may be skewed by the sharp increase in violent incidents. Burglary rates, while rising, remain high compared to the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local property security measures. The data also reveals stark contrasts in category-specific performance: while anti-social behaviour and public order offences were significantly below national averages, burglary and shoplifting exceeded UK rates by wide margins, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in these areas.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 38.1% in May, climbing from 21 to 29 incidents. This jump, though still 23% below the UK average, signals a potential shift in local dynamics. Burglary rates also rose sharply, increasing 71.4% from 7 to 12 cases—a figure that is 190% above the UK average, suggesting a localised vulnerability in property security. Meanwhile, vehicle crime plummeted by 83.3%, dropping from 6 to 1 incident, a stark contrast to the national average of 0.5 per 1,000. This decline may reflect improved parking security or reduced commuter activity during May. The most dramatic increase was in criminal damage and arson, which jumped 166.7% from 3 to 8 incidents, a category that is 3% below the UK average despite the surge. These shifts highlight a mixed picture of rising violent crime and falling property-related offences.

Cottingham's crime rate in May 2024 rose 13.5% from 5.1 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents compared to April, though it remains 31% below the UK average. This increase aligns with seasonal patterns, as May's longer evenings and bank holidays may have encouraged more outdoor socialising, influencing crime dynamics. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported each day in May, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's consistent low-level activity. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of May, one crime occurred for every 173 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low risk profile of Cottingham compared to national benchmarks. The population context further highlights this: with 13,110 residents, the 76 total crimes represent a manageable volume for local policing resources, though the rise in violent crime suggests areas for targeted attention.