Goole Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of around 20,320 residents, 174 reported crimes in January 2025 translates to 8.6 crimes per 1,000 people—21.1% above the UK average of 7.1. This rate reflects a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences making up 36.2% of total incidents, followed by shoplifting (23.0%) and criminal damage and arson (7.5%). The area’s crime profile aligns with patterns seen in smaller urban centres, where retail and community spaces can influence crime dynamics. January, a post-holiday month with shorter days and reduced retail footfall, may have contributed to a shift in crime types, with violent offences potentially linked to colder weather and fewer daylight hours limiting outdoor activity. Property crimes, including shoplifting, could reflect seasonal retail patterns, though the stark disparity with UK averages—particularly for shoplifting—suggests local factors such as specific retail hubs or policing challenges may be at play. The overall rate being 21.1% above the UK average underscores the need to contextualise Goole’s unique circumstances, such as its proximity to industrial zones or commuter routes, which may intersect with crime trends in ways distinct from larger cities or rural areas.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, including a 200.0% rise in bicycle theft and other theft, both jumping from 1 to 3 and 3 to 9 respectively. These spikes may indicate heightened activity in areas with bike parking or unsecured retail outlets. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and other crime decreased by 30.0% and 57.1% respectively, a shift that could reflect seasonal changes in community behaviour or temporary policing interventions. Shoplifting in Goole was 223% above the UK average, far exceeding the 0.6 per 1,000 benchmark for the country. This suggests a concentration of retail-focused crimes, linked to the town’s high street or market areas. Violence and sexual offences also stood out, at 24% above the UK average, which may be influenced by local demographics or social dynamics. Meanwhile, public order offences were 13% below the UK average, a contrast that could be attributed to quieter community spaces or effective local policing strategies in this category. Residents may find the 200% increase in bicycle theft particularly relevant, as it highlights a need for heightened vigilance in securing personal property during colder months.

Goole’s crime rate in January 2025 rose 16.8% compared to December 2024’s 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward trend over the course of the year. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that, while manageable, underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. Over the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 117 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for the scale of exposure faced by Goole’s population. This rate, when compared to the UK average, highlights the area’s distinct challenges, particularly in categories like shoplifting and violence, which are higher. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, while Goole’s crime rate is elevated, the absolute number of incidents (174) is still relatively low in the context of a town with fewer than 21,000 residents. This suggests that localised factors—such as specific retail environments, community structures, or policing strategies—are shaping the crime picture in ways that diverge from national trends. The comparison to previous months and UK averages thus invites a nuanced understanding of how Goole’s unique characteristics interact with broader crime patterns.