Hedon Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hedon's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 52.4% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (25.9% of total incidents) and other theft (25.9%), with both categories showing significant deviations from UK averages. Violence and sexual offences in Hedon were 65% below the UK rate, while other theft was 72% higher—a divergence that suggests local factors may influence these categories differently. Seasonal patterns in May, including extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising linked to bank holidays, likely contribute to fluctuations in public order offences and violence. The area's low overall crime rate may reflect its character as a smaller built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire, where community cohesion and lower population density could act as deterrents to certain crime types. However, the spike in other theft compared to the UK average raises questions about local vulnerabilities, such as targeted retail environments or transient populations. The balance between property and violent crime remains skewed towards property offences, with property crimes accounting for 48.1% of total incidents, though this proportion has shown slight shifts compared to previous months.

May 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+100%) and other theft (+75%) compared to April, while shoplifting plummeted by 83.3%. These shifts indicate a marked change in criminal activity patterns, with vehicle crime rising from zero to one incident—a notable outlier in the data. Other theft's 72% above UK average (0.6 per 1,000) contrasts sharply with the 65% below UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggesting divergent influences on these categories. The 33.3% increase in public order offences aligns with seasonal trends, as longer evenings and bank holidays may have intensified social interactions in public spaces. Residents may find the 83.3% drop in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, though this decline could be attributed to improved retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during holiday periods. Meanwhile, the 56.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences from 16 to 7 incidents in May appears to reflect a broader trend of reduced violent crime, though this remains an area to monitor for consistency. The contrast between rising other theft and falling shoplifting highlights the need for tailored crime prevention strategies that address specific vulnerabilities in the area.

Hedon's crime rate in May 2024 (4.0 per 1,000) represents a 43.7% decrease from April's 7.1 per 1,000, indicating a significant downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in May—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 251 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national averages. With a population of 6,769, the area's small size amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations in crime rates. The 52.4% gap between Hedon's rate and the UK average (8.4 per 1,000) suggests that local factors, such as community policing initiatives or demographic characteristics, may play a role in maintaining this disparity. The 1-in-251 residents figure provides a tangible benchmark for residents to contextualise their personal risk, though this is a monthly aggregate and does not reflect daily probabilities. The combination of a shrinking population and a declining crime rate may indicate a stabilising environment, though further analysis is required to determine whether this trend is sustained. Comparing these figures to previous months and the UK context offers valuable insights for both residents and local authorities seeking to understand the area's unique crime dynamics.