Goole Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Goole’s crime profile in July 2024, accounting for 52.2% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents, the area sits 9.5% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This elevated rate reflects a significant spike in violent incidents, which at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, are 68% higher than the UK average for this category. Public order offences also contribute strongly, making up 12.4% of total crimes and 72% above the UK average. These patterns align with July’s seasonal context, a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased foot traffic in the town’s commercial and leisure areas. The combination of outdoor events and extended daylight hours may likely contribute to heightened public disorder, particularly in areas with high pedestrian activity. Property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle theft are below the UK average, with shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000 residents (41% below UK levels) and vehicle crime at 0.3 per 1,000 (35% below). However, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted interventions in spaces where crowds gather, such as the town centre or event venues. The data underscores a combination of seasonal activity and local crime dynamics, with the summer months presenting unique challenges for law enforcement and community safety initiatives.

July 2024 saw a dramatic 187.5% increase in public order offences, rising from 8 to 23 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 31.1% rise in violence and sexual offences (from 74 to 97), points to a sharp shift in the crime mix, with violent and disorderly conduct now accounting for 64.6% of all reported crimes. The 50.0% increase in possession of weapons offences—from 2 to 3 cases—adds a concerning layer to this trend, highlighting potential spikes in aggression or illegal activity linked to summer events. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 66.7%, dropping from 9 to 3, and shoplifting declined by 57.9% (from 19 to 8), suggesting some crime types may be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced retail hours or altered consumer behaviour. Goole’s violent crime rate remains 68% above the UK average, while public order offences are 72% above the national benchmark. These figures contrast with lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (59% below UK levels) and criminal damage and arson (5% below), indicating varied local pressures. A resident might find the 4.8 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences particularly concerning, as this category now represents the largest single contributor to the area’s crime profile.

Goole’s crime rate in July 2024 rose to 9.2 per 1,000 residents, a 5.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.7. This translates to roughly 6 crimes reported daily—a figure that, while locally specific, provides context for residents navigating the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 109 residents, a monthly aggregate that reflects the cumulative impact of repeated incidents in high-traffic zones. When scaled to Goole’s population of 20,320, this rate highlights the uneven distribution of crime, with violent and public order offences concentrated in certain parts of the built-up area. While the daily crime count may seem low at first glance, the concentration of violent incidents in specific locations—such as the town centre or event spaces—suggests that some residents face higher exposure than others. This pattern contrasts with the UK-wide average, where property crimes often dominate, and underscores the unique challenges posed by Goole’s summer dynamics, including festivals and extended evening activity. The comparison to the previous month also reveals a clear upward trend in violent crime, which may signal the need for renewed focus on community policing strategies in areas prone to disorder.