Hessle Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 15,455 residents, Hessle recorded 112 crimes in November 2023, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 138 residents. This brings the area's overall crime rate to 7.3 per 1,000 people, placing it 2.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. The breakdown reveals a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly 40% of all incidents. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the Black Friday shopping period may have influenced the crime profile. Property crimes, particularly shoplifting and burglary, formed a significant portion of the total, with shoplifting rates 64% above the UK average and burglary rates 135% above. This contrasts with lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (62% below) and vehicle crime (80% below), suggesting differences in local dynamics compared to national trends. The area's built-up character, with a mix of retail spaces and residential areas, likely contributes to the prominence of property-related offences. Violent crimes, while lower than the UK average for some categories, remain a key concern, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or social interactions during the month's darker evenings.

November 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other theft rose by 175%, jumping from 4 to 11 incidents, potentially linked to Black Friday shopping activity. Possession of weapons also increased by 100%, with two incidents reported—a stark rise from zero the previous month. Burglary rose by 50%, from 8 to 12, which may reflect seasonal factors such as increased home security checks or targeted activity during the holiday period. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1, due to reduced outdoor activity or improved parking security. Bicycle theft also decreased by two-thirds, from 3 to 1, which could indicate seasonal changes in cycling patterns or increased theft prevention measures. Shoplifting rates were 64% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 62% below, highlighting a divergence in local crime trends compared to national data. The area's retail presence, particularly around high streets, likely drives shoplifting incidents, whereas lower anti-social behaviour rates may reflect community-focused initiatives or demographic factors unique to Hessle.

Hessle's crime rate in November 2023 (7.3 per 1,000) marked a 4.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.6 per 1,000, suggesting a slight improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes each day—a figure that may seem high but is contextualised by Hessle's population size. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area slightly below the UK average when considering overall crime statistics. This comparison underscores that, despite specific categories like shoplifting and burglary being above the national average, Hessle's overall profile remains marginally safer than the UK as a whole. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while individual residents are not likely to face frequent crime, certain areas or activities—such as retail zones or late-night gatherings—may carry higher risks. The 4.2% reduction from October could reflect seasonal lulls, improved policing efforts, or natural fluctuations in criminal activity, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these factors.