Goole Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Goole, 7.3 crimes were reported in December 2024, placing the area 2.8% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to a risk of one reported crime for roughly every 136 residents during the month, a figure that may help contextualise daily safety concerns for local residents. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (43% of total), shoplifting (21.5%), and anti-social behaviour (6.7%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of December, which includes Christmas shopping peaks, extended dark evenings, and the potential for increased social gatherings. The higher-than-average rate for violence and sexual offences may partly reflect the impact of late-night events or holiday-related tensions, while shoplifting’s sharp rise could be linked to the surge in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, may still be influenced by the area’s built-up character and the transient nature of some populations during the festive season. The overall crime rate, while slightly elevated, remains within a range consistent with other similar-sized built-up areas in the UK, suggesting that local factors—such as the presence of retail centres and community dynamics—play a significant role in shaping these figures.

December 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting increasing by 77.8% (18 to 32 incidents) and other crime surging by 250% (2 to 7). These spikes may be attributed to the Christmas shopping season, which often drives retail theft in areas with high foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 11.1%, potentially reflecting the challenges of managing public spaces during the holiday period. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 75% (4 to 1), a drop that could indicate effective policing or reduced illicit activity during the month. Other theft and bicycle theft both declined sharply—by 70% and 66.7% respectively—due to fewer opportunities for such crimes during the colder, darker evenings. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly above the UK average (25% higher), while shoplifting was 181% above the national benchmark, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in retail zones. These fluctuations underscore the combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics, with some categories responding to the month’s unique conditions more than others.

Goole’s crime rate in December 2024 (7.3 per 1,000) remained stable compared to the previous month’s rate of 7.4, a -1.3% change that suggests little variation in overall safety over the period. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that may help residents gauge the likelihood of encountering crime in their immediate environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 136 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while slightly higher than the UK average, remains manageable for a built-up area of Goole’s size. The population context—20,320 residents—means that even a relatively small number of crimes can have a visible impact on community perceptions of safety. While the overall rate is slightly above the UK average, the breakdown of crime types reveals both areas of concern and relative strength. For instance, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were below the UK average, potentially reflecting effective local policing or community engagement efforts. These comparisons highlight the importance of viewing crime statistics not in isolation but within the broader context of population size, area characteristics, and seasonal influences.