Hedon Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Hedon during January 2026 reveals a distinctive profile shaped by local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.7% of total crimes, significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.5 per 1,000). This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the relatively low rates of property crimes, which made up just 26.7% of the total (8 out of 30 crimes). The area's 4.4 per 1,000 crime rate is 35.3% below the UK average of 6.8, suggesting a generally safer environment compared to national trends. Seasonal factors may partly explain this pattern: January, as a post-holiday period, typically sees reduced retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities, which could dampen property crime rates. However, the high proportion of violent crime raises questions about local social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though lower than the UK average, also contributed 26.6% of total crimes, indicating ongoing community tensions. The low shoplifting rate (3.3% of total crimes) is 65% below the UK average, reflecting the area's smaller retail footprint or effective local policing strategies. These figures illustrate a built-up area where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder play a larger role than commercial crimes, a pattern more commonly seen in smaller towns with limited economic diversity. The data also highlights the importance of local context in interpreting crime statistics, as national averages may not fully capture the unique characteristics of Hedon's population and geography.

January 2026 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences both tripling from the previous month. This 300% increase in both categories, from one to four incidents each, suggests a sudden escalation in community tensions or disruptions. The rate of violence and sexual offences decreased by 8.3% (from 12 to 11), though it remains 36% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This decline may reflect the seasonal context of January, with shorter days and reduced social activity potentially limiting opportunities for violent crimes. Meanwhile, the category of criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) was 25% above the UK average, indicating a localised issue that deserves closer attention. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—now at 13.3% of total crimes—could be linked to post-holiday stress or changes in local community events. For residents, the 65% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.2 vs 0.6 per 1,000) offers a tangible benefit, due to the area's smaller retail presence or effective deterrence measures. These figures underscore the combination of seasonal factors and local-specific challenges in shaping crime trends.

Hedon's crime rate in January 2026 rose slightly from 4.3 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.5% increase from the previous month. This small upward trend contrasts with the overall 35.3% reduction compared to the UK average, highlighting the area's consistent performance relative to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in January—a figure that, while modest, reflects the persistent nature of localised issues. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 226 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Hedon among the safer built-up areas in the UK. When scaled to the population of 6,769, this means that 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents equates to 30 total incidents, a number that appears manageable for local policing resources. The comparison to the UK average becomes even more striking when considering specific categories: for instance, the 36.7% share of violent crimes in Hedon is significantly higher than the UK's broader mix of crime types, which typically sees property crimes dominating. This disparity suggests that local factors—such as the built-up area's demographics or social infrastructure—play a crucial role in shaping crime profiles. The monthly exposure rate, while low in absolute terms, serves as a reminder that even small numbers can have meaningful impacts on community safety and policing priorities.