Goole Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a notable divergence in Goole's crime profile, with drugs-related offences surging by 225% and violence and sexual offences remaining the most prevalent category, accounting for 39.8% of all crimes. The overall crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents placed the area 62.5% above the UK average of 6.4, a disparity that underscores the need for targeted interventions. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.1 per 1,000, were 77% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the town's social dynamics and winter-related factors. Shoplifting and criminal damage also saw marked increases, with shoplifting rising to 1.0 per 1,000 (72% above UK average) despite a 62.3% month-on-month decline. This apparent contradiction highlights the volatility of retail crime in Goole, which may be affected by seasonal fluctuations in foot traffic and enforcement. The area's crime picture in February was further shaped by the winter season, a period typically associated with lower outdoor activity and reduced visibility, which may contribute to variations in crime reporting and occurrence. While property crimes accounted for 33% of total incidents, the dominance of violent crime—particularly in the context of a UK average that is significantly lower—suggests a unique challenge for local authorities. This pattern contrasts with the UK-wide trend, where property crimes often dominate, and may reflect Goole's specific socio-economic characteristics, such as a mix of residential and commercial zones that could influence both victimization and policing priorities.

The most striking development in February 2026 was the 225% increase in drugs-related crimes, rising from 4 to 13 incidents. This sharp rise, which places Goole's rate 161% above the UK average, suggests a potential shift in local drug dynamics that may be linked to seasonal factors or changes in enforcement patterns. Concurrently, theft from the person increased by 200%, a jump from 1 to 3 incidents, though this remains below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 100% increase, doubling from 8 to 16 incidents, a figure that aligns with the area's broader trend of 7.6% of total crimes. Shoplifting and bicycle theft both declined, with shoplifting dropping 62.3% to 20 incidents and bicycle theft falling to 1 from 2. This contrast in trends—sharp rises in some categories and declines in others—illustrates the combination of local factors influencing crime in Goole.

Goole's crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 10.2 per 1,000 compared to the previous month, indicating no significant fluctuation in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 8 crimes per day, a figure that reflects local patterns but does not directly compare to UK-wide averages. When considering the population of 20,320 residents, the monthly exposure to crime means that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents over the course of February. This metric provides a tangible sense of how frequently crime intersects with daily life in Goole, though it does not account for unreported incidents or variations in policing coverage. The stability in crime rates contrasts with the significant shifts observed in specific categories, such as the surge in drug-related offences, which highlights the need to examine individual crime type trends for deeper insights.