East Riding of Yorkshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Riding of Yorkshire’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 34.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5. This figure places the area well below national levels, a trend consistent with its rural character and lower population density. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 44.5% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (9.5%) and shoplifting (9.1%). Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday may have influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic in retail areas potentially contributing to shoplifting spikes. However, the area’s overall safety profile remains notable, with violent crime rates 15% below the UK average and anti-social behaviour incidents 71% lower than the national benchmark. The lower prevalence of vehicle crime (3.4 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.3 per 1,000) further suggests that environmental factors—such as reduced urban density and community-focused policing—may play a role. While the dominance of violent crime highlights the need for targeted measures in high-risk areas, the broader trend of underperformance relative to UK averages indicates that East Riding’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of geographic isolation, effective local initiatives, and seasonal dynamics.

November saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with drug-related offences rising by 77.8% (18 to 32) and possession of weapons increasing by 57.1% (7 to 11). Conversely, robbery plummeted by 90.9% (11 to 1), and bicycle theft dropped by 62.5% (24 to 9), potentially reflecting seasonal changes such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for theft. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast with national trends: anti-social behaviour in East Riding was 71% below the UK average, and vehicle crime was 60% lower. These discrepancies may be attributed to the area’s rural character, where lower population density and community policing efforts could contribute to reduced incidents. Residents might note that while violent crime remains the most prevalent category (44.5% of total crimes), its rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 15% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or demographic factors.

East Riding of Yorkshire’s crime rate in November 2023 fell by 15.2% compared to the previous month, dropping from 5.8 to 4.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and reduced foot traffic in retail areas may have curbed opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime activity averaged 58 reported incidents, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents considering their personal risk. Over the course of November, one crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the area’s relatively low crime exposure compared to the UK average. With a population of 355,884, the localised nature of incidents—such as anti-social behaviour concentrated in specific neighbourhoods—suggests that targeted community engagement or environmental factors may play a role. However, without further data, these remain speculative observations.