Goole Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 marked a stark anomaly in Goole's crime profile, with violent crimes surging to 104 per 1,000 residents—104% above the UK average. This rate, 9.0 per 1,000, placed the town 26.8% above the national average, a figure that defies seasonal expectations for a winter month typically marked by reduced outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 56.8% of all reported incidents, a proportion far exceeding the UK's 2.5 per 1,000 average for this category. While anti-social behaviour fell 24% below the UK average, the juxtaposition of such low anti-social behaviour rates with high violence rates raises questions about underlying social dynamics. The area's industrial heritage and proximity to major transport routes may contribute to this pattern, though the winter lull in outdoor activity suggests that indoor venues or late-night services could be amplifying tensions. Property crimes, at 43 total, represented a smaller share (23.5%) than violent crimes, consistent with Goole's character as a mid-sized town where commercial activity and population density may drive interpersonal conflicts more than theft. This month's data underscores a need to examine how local factors—such as the presence of key industries or seasonal shifts in workforce patterns—interact with national crime trends.

February 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Goole's crime mix, with robbery doubling from one to two incidents—a 100% increase—and drug-related crimes rising from zero to one, also a 100% jump. These spikes contrast sharply with declines in other categories: other crime fell 66.7% (from six to two), and shoplifting dropped 20% (from 10 to eight). The violent crime category, already 104% above the UK average, showed no direct monthly change but remained the dominant concern, with 104 incidents (56.8% of total) concentrated in violence and sexual offences. This category's rate of 5.1 per 1,000 is 2.6 times the UK average for the same category, suggesting a localized issue that may relate to specific community dynamics or unmet service needs. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 24% below the UK average, a figure that could indicate effective local interventions or simply reflect the winter season's reduced social interactions. The most striking contrast is the 186% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average, a statistic that, while not directly linked to the month's changes, highlights persistent risks in the area.

Goole's crime rate in February 2024 rose 34.7% from January's 6.7 per 1,000, marking a significant upward trend. This increase translates to roughly six crimes per day over the month—a figure that, while not uncommon for a town of 20,320 residents, is notable when compared to the UK's broader context. The monthly exposure rate of one crime per 111 residents places Goole in a category where residents face a higher risk than the UK average, though the exact national exposure rate remains unspecified. This statistic, however, provides a concrete measure for residents: over the course of February, a Goole resident had a 1-in-111 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. When considering the population context, the town's relatively small size means that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have outsized impacts on the community. The previous month's rate, 6.7 per 1,000, was already above the UK average, so the February increase suggests a compounding effect that may require targeted interventions. While daily crime counts offer a snapshot, the monthly exposure metric provides a broader perspective on how these incidents distribute across the population, highlighting the need for sustained community engagement and policing strategies tailored to Goole's specific needs.