Goole Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Goole’s September 2023 crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 17.5% increase over the UK average, a figure that places the area in a distinct position compared to national trends. The most striking anomaly was the 50% above UK average rate for violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.0% of all reported crimes. This category’s dominance may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the transition from summer to autumn, which often coincides with increased social interactions in town centres and around educational institutions. Shoplifting emerged as the second most common crime, with a 132% gap above the UK rate, potentially driven by the retail activity typical of a market town. Public order offences also showed a 61% increase over the UK average, reflecting the challenges of managing public spaces during late summer events. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and other theft categories performed below the UK average, though their relatively low rates may be attributed to the area’s smaller population and community-focused policing efforts. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers’ week—likely contributed to the elevated levels of violence and public order incidents, as younger populations engage more frequently in social settings. While the overall rate remains higher than the UK average, the breakdown reveals a combination of local dynamics and national trends, with specific categories demanding targeted attention.

September 2023 saw notable shifts in Goole’s crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 44.0% of total incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of 50%. Shoplifting, at 13.6% of all crimes, was 132% above the UK rate, suggesting pressure on retail premises. Meanwhile, burglary and vehicle crime both fell, with burglary dropping 66.7% from 9 to 3 incidents. This decline may reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during school term starts. Robbery and bicycle theft both doubled from zero to one and two incidents respectively, indicating emerging risks. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remained a concern at 9.4% of total crimes. The 1-in-106 resident monthly exposure figure offers a concrete reference for residents assessing local safety, though it is crucial to interpret this as a monthly aggregate rather than a daily metric. These fluctuations highlight the need for ongoing monitoring of specific crime categories.

Goole's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 15.8% compared to August 2023, reflecting a shift in crime patterns. Daily crime counts averaged six incidents per day, highlighting the persistent nature of local challenges. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 106 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Goole’s population of 20,320. This rate is higher than the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s distinct challenges. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes may seem manageable, the concentration within a relatively small community amplifies their impact. Residents may find the 1-in-106 figure particularly relevant when assessing personal risk, though this is a monthly aggregate and not a daily measure. The increase in violent crimes compared to the previous month may partly reflect seasonal transitions, as shorter evenings and back-to-school dynamics influence social interactions. These factors, combined with local demographics, likely contribute to the observed trends.