Goole Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Goole during September 2025 accounted for 36.4% of all reported crimes, a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents — 32% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This stark divergence from the national trend highlights an urgent focus area for local authorities. The overall crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents places Goole 24.3% above the UK average of 7.4, reflecting a combination of local factors. While shoplifting (1.4 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.8 per 1,000) also significantly exceed national averages, anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) is 6% below the UK rate of 1.2 per 1,000. This built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire, with its mix of industrial heritage and retail spaces, may see heightened tensions during seasonal transitions. September’s back-to-school period and the gradual shift to darker evenings could contribute to increased incidents of violence, as seen in the 68 recorded cases. The town’s retail presence, particularly in its high street, likely drives shoplifting rates, though targeted interventions may help address this outlier. Property crimes (75 total) and violent crimes (68 total) dominate the crime profile, with the latter’s disproportionate share raising questions about community safety strategies. The data suggests a need for tailored approaches to address violent crime while maintaining efforts to reduce shoplifting and criminal damage.

September 2025 saw a 300% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 4 cases — the most dramatic monthly jump in any category. This spike could reflect increased cycling during the school term or vulnerabilities in bike storage infrastructure. Robbery cases doubled from 1 to 2, while theft from the person increased from 0 to 1, both suggesting potential gaps in personal safety measures. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 62.5% (8 to 3), possibly linked to seasonal changes or law enforcement initiatives. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 26.7% (30 to 22), which may indicate successful community engagement efforts or the impact of school term start dates. The crime mix reveals a notable shift: violent crimes (36.4% of total) now slightly outpace property crimes (39.5%), a reversal from earlier in the year. This shift may be influenced by the area’s demographic profile, with the town’s older population and transient workers contributing to higher violent crime rates. Shoplifting remains a persistent outlier, 130% above the UK average, likely driven by the town’s retail corridors and limited surveillance in key areas. These findings highlight both challenges and opportunities for targeted interventions in specific crime categories.

Goole’s crime rate in September 2025 (9.2 per 1,000) was 2.1% lower than the previous month’s rate of 9.4 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend. However, this monthly decrease contrasts with the area’s overall 24.3% above the UK average, underscoring the need for sustained attention to local challenges. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported in Goole over the 30-day period, translating to roughly 1 crime for every 109 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible context for residents, showing the frequency of incidents within the community. With a population of 20,320, the 187 total crimes reported mean that each resident faces a 0.92% chance of being directly involved in a crime during September. This statistic, while not a prediction, illustrates the scale of crime relative to the area’s size. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that Goole’s violent crime rate is particularly elevated, which may reflect the town’s unique socio-economic dynamics. While the overall rate has seen a minor decline, the persistence of outlier categories like shoplifting and violence suggests that local strategies must balance short-term improvements with long-term solutions to address systemic issues.