Hedon Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hedon's crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents in December 2024 places it 57.7% below the UK average of 7.1, highlighting a safer profile compared to national trends. This built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire sees violence and sexual offences as the most reported crime type, accounting for 30% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (20%) and shoplifting (15%). The overall rate reflects a pattern consistent with smaller urban centres where community cohesion and limited nightlife may temper violent crime. Seasonal factors in December—dark evenings, holiday shopping, and empty homes during the festive period—likely contribute to the mix of reported crimes. While property crimes (12 incidents) dominate, the proportion of violent crimes is significantly lower than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 0.9 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may stem from Hedon's character as a quieter, more residential area with fewer commercial hubs than larger cities. The low rate of anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) further reinforces the area's comparatively calm environment, though the seasonal context of December—when festive events and reduced foot traffic might deter some crimes—adds nuance to the figures. The data illustrates a community where crime prevention efforts, combined with the area's geographic and social profile, appear to create a safer landscape than the UK average.

December 2024 saw marked shifts in crime patterns for Hedon, with vehicle crime doubling from 1 to 2 incidents—a 100% increase—and criminal damage and arson also rising by 100% to 4 cases. These increases contrast with sharp declines in other theft (down 85.7%) and anti-social behaviour (down 60%), suggesting seasonal fluctuations in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences fell by 53.8% from 13 to 6 cases, aligning with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 but remaining 65% below it. The drop in violent crime may reflect reduced public gatherings during the holiday season or enhanced local policing efforts. Shoplifting remained 30% below the UK average at 0.4 per 1,000, possibly due to the area's limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. Residents might find the 100% increase in vehicle crime noteworthy, as it highlights a vulnerability in local parking areas during December, when festive events or increased traffic could create opportunities for such offences. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with property crimes making up 60% of all incidents compared to 30% for violent crimes, a trend consistent with smaller towns where property-related offences often dominate.

Hedon's crime rate in December 2024 dropped to 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a 47.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This decline underscores a sustained trend of falling crime in the area, with daily crime activity averaging just one reported incident per day over the 31-day period. When scaled to the local population, this translates to one crime occurring for every 338 residents during the month—a figure significantly lower than the UK average, though direct comparisons to national daily rates are not available. The population context further illustrates the area's safety: with 6,769 residents, the 20 reported crimes represent a minimal proportion of the community, suggesting that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which are 65% below the national rate. While the previous month's rate was higher, the December figures indicate that local factors—such as reduced holiday-related activity or improved community engagement—may have contributed to the downward trend. These statistics offer reassurance to residents, highlighting that Hedon's crime profile remains markedly safer than the national picture, even as seasonal fluctuations influence specific types of offences.