Hedon Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a notable shift in Hedon’s crime profile, with the overall rate of 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents placing the built-up area 26.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure, while an increase from the previous month, still reflects a relatively low crime environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (13 cases, 34.2% of total), followed by other theft (7 cases, 18.4%) and shoplifting (5 cases, 13.2%). These patterns align with seasonal factors: the surge in shoplifting may be linked to Black Friday retail activity, while the rise in violence could be attributed to darker evenings and increased social gatherings during Bonfire Night. The area’s crime profile suggests a mix of local and national influences, with property crimes (17 cases) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (13 cases). However, the 26.3% gap from the UK average indicates broader systemic differences, due to Hedon’s smaller population, rural-urban mix, or community-focused policing strategies. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days and festive events—likely amplified certain crime types while mitigating others, such as the 50% drop in criminal damage and arson. These dynamics highlight the interplay between local geography, temporal factors, and national crime trends in shaping Hedon’s monthly statistics.

November 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+150%) and other theft (+133.3%) compared to October, with shoplifting rising from 2 to 5 incidents. Violence and sexual offences also surged by 116.7%, jumping from 6 to 13 cases. These spikes align with seasonal factors like Black Friday shopping and darker evenings, which may have increased opportunities for retail-related crimes. Other theft in Hedon was 82% above the UK average, highlighting a significant local anomaly. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, and public order offences dropped by 33.3%, possibly due to heightened policing during Bonfire Night or reduced outdoor activity. The 5.6 crime rate, while up from October, remains 26.3% below the UK average, underscoring Hedon’s generally lower crime profile despite the month-on-month rise.

Hedon’s crime rate rose by 52.0% compared to the previous month, climbing from 3.7 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places the area 26.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the built-up area saw roughly one crime reported every 30 days, translating to a local frequency of one crime per resident every 178 months. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the rate as relatively low compared to national benchmarks. With a population of 6,769, the area’s crime dynamics reflect a balance between seasonal factors and local characteristics. The 52% month-on-month jump suggests a temporary spike influenced by November-specific events, such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, which may have heightened activity in retail and public spaces. However, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of lower crime levels in this East Riding of Yorkshire location.