Howden Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Howden’s August 2023 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents placed it 42% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reinforcing its reputation as a relatively safe built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32% of total incidents, followed by other theft (20%) and public order offences (16%). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences typically make up a smaller share of the total, suggesting Howden’s unique crime profile. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, as August—a peak holiday month—often sees increased tourism and temporary empty homes, potentially heightening burglary risks. However, local data shows no significant rise in burglary-related crimes, with rates remaining below the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000) despite the seasonal context. The area’s low crime rate may be linked to its character as a smaller, commuter-oriented or semi-rural built-up area, where community cohesion and lower population density contribute to reduced criminal activity. While the rate of violent crime remains below the UK average, the sharp increase in possession of weapons offences—a category that saw an 186% rise compared to the UK average—raises questions about localized factors that could be addressed through targeted community initiatives. Overall, Howden’s crime data illustrates a combination of seasonal dynamics and the area’s structural characteristics, with the latter likely playing a more consistent role in maintaining its low crime profile.

August 2023 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons offences, with one incident reported—up from zero in July. This spike, though isolated, may partly explain heightened concerns around public safety in local spaces. Other theft rose by 25%, driven by five incidents, highlighting a persistent challenge in securing personal property. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 83.3%, with only one reported incident compared to six in July, likely reflecting seasonal shifts as summer holidays waned. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply by 75%, from four to one incident, suggesting improved community engagement or reduced public gatherings during the month. Violence and sexual offences (32% of total crimes) remained significantly below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000, 43% below), illustrating Howden’s comparatively lower risk profile for violent crime despite the possession of weapons increase.

Howden's crime rate in August 2023 (4.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 43.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.2 per 1,000, reflecting a significant downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 215 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime in a relatable way. Daily crime data shows an average of one reported crime per day in Howden, a local metric that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This rate is lower than the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000, and underscores the area’s overall safety profile. When scaled to the population of 5,372, the data suggests that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime in Howden remains minimal, reinforcing the area’s status as a low-crime built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire.