East Riding of Yorkshire Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Riding of Yorkshire recorded a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, placing it 31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, which encompasses a mix of rural and urban landscapes, including coastal towns and market centres. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.4% of all reported crimes, followed by public order offences (10.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.0%). The dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 13% of the total. Seasonal factors likely contribute to this pattern, as June marks the start of the summer tourist season in coastal areas, potentially increasing interactions in public spaces. However, the area's overall low crime rate may be influenced by its rural character, where community cohesion and lower population density can deter certain types of crime. The relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour (64% below UK average) and burglary (33% below UK average) suggest that local policing strategies and community engagement efforts may be effective in maintaining public order. These figures underscore the importance of continuing initiatives that address both immediate safety concerns and long-term crime prevention.

June 2024 saw a significant 51.9% increase in shoplifting compared to May, with 161 incidents reported. This surge may be linked to the summer season, as retail activity intensifies in coastal and market towns. Other crime also rose sharply, increasing by 40.9% to 62 cases, a category that includes non-specific offences which could reflect unreported or evolving criminal activity. Meanwhile, possession of weapons rose by 30.0%, though this remains a rare occurrence (0.7 per 1,000 residents). Conversely, burglary decreased by 20.8% to 84 cases, due to heightened awareness during the summer months or improved security measures. Vehicle crime also fell by 9.5%, a trend consistent with the area's low vehicle crime rates (56% below UK average). The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.4 per 1,000) remains 13% below the UK average, suggesting that local interventions targeting violent crime may be yielding results. Residents should be particularly vigilant in retail areas, where shoplifting incidents have surged, and in public spaces, where anti-social behaviour remains a persistent concern despite its low rate compared to the UK.

The crime rate in June 2024 (5.6 per 1,000) represents a 3.9% increase from May's rate of 5.4 per 1,000, indicating a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, this translated to approximately 66 crimes per day, a figure that, while relatively low, highlights the ongoing need for vigilance. On a population-scaled basis, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 179 residents in East Riding of Yorkshire during June—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores the area's overall safety, even as specific crime types like shoplifting show marked increases. The comparison to the UK average reveals stark disparities: anti-social behaviour rates are 64% below the UK average, and vehicle crime is 56% below. These figures suggest that East Riding of Yorkshire's unique demographic and geographic profile—characterised by a blend of rural tranquillity and urban hubs—may contribute to its distinct crime profile. While the area's overall safety is evident, the rise in shoplifting and other crime categories serves as a reminder that localised factors, such as increased foot traffic during the summer months, can temporarily elevate specific types of criminal activity.