Goole Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, Goole recorded 136 crimes across its population of 20,320 residents, translating to a crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 9.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a difference that reflects a combination of local policing strategies and demographic factors. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 52.2% of total incidents (71 cases), significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). This concentration of violent crime may be linked to Goole's character as a mixed-use town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where community interactions and social dynamics could influence such rates. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, made up 8.1% of crimes (11 cases), a rate 49% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion efforts may be contributing to reduced disorder. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely contributed to a lower volume of outdoor crimes compared to busier months, though the higher rate of violent offences may indicate other factors, such as increased domestic tensions or targeted incidents. Property crimes, including shoplifting and burglary, accounted for 25% of total incidents (34 cases), with shoplifting rates falling by 50% from the previous month. This decline aligns with the post-holiday period, which typically sees reduced retail activity and fewer opportunities for theft in high streets and commercial areas. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need for continued attention to violent crime trends in Goole, particularly given the 35% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to the national average.

January 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Robbery incidents increased by 100% compared to December, with one reported case in the month—up from zero in the previous month. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may signal a shift in criminal activity patterns. Other crime also rose sharply, doubling from three to six cases, while burglary increased by 66.7% as three incidents became five. These increases contrast with notable declines in shoplifting, which fell by 50% (from 20 to 10 cases), and bicycle theft, which dropped by two-thirds (from three to one). The crime mix shifted towards violent offences, which accounted for 52.2% of total crimes—substantially higher than the UK average for this category. Conversely, anti-social behaviour in Goole was 49% below the national average, suggesting effective community policing or fewer incidents in public spaces. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery highlights a specific area of concern that may warrant additional awareness.

Goole's crime rate in January 2024 fell to 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 29.9% drop from the previous month's rate of 9.6 per 1,000. This decline suggests a notable shift in local crime dynamics over the past 30 days. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes each day, a figure that may appear high but must be contextualised against Goole's population of 20,320. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 149 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects a balance between population density and local policing efforts. While this figure does not directly compare to national averages, it provides a tangible sense of how often residents might encounter crime in their daily lives. The reduction from the previous month's rate could be attributed to seasonal factors, such as shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for certain types of crime, though localised patterns may also play a role.