Pocklington Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 56.1% of all crimes in Pocklington in November 2024, were 19% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents — a striking outlier in an otherwise low-crime area. The overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents placed the built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire 51.3% below the UK average of 7.6, reflecting a combination of geographic and demographic factors. As a relatively small, rural-adjacent community, Pocklington’s crime profile is shaped by its limited nightlife infrastructure and absence of large retail hubs, which likely contribute to the 86% shortfall in shoplifting compared to the UK average. Seasonal dynamics, including the dark evenings of November and the residual effects of Black Friday shopping, may have influenced the 75% drop in shoplifting incidents. However, the 233% increase in possession of weapons — far exceeding the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000 — highlights a unique challenge that could be linked to the area’s proximity to larger urban centres. The dominance of violent crime, which made up 56.1% of incidents, contrasts with the 64% gap in anti-social behaviour rates compared to the UK average, suggesting a combination of local social structures and broader national trends. With only 41 total crimes reported in November, the area’s crime profile remains characterised by low overall activity, though targeted interventions may be needed for the specific rise in weapons-related offences.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with other theft rising by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and bicycle theft doubling from 0 to 1. These increases, though modest in absolute terms, signal potential vulnerabilities in personal property security. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), likely reflecting the impact of Black Friday shopping dynamics and heightened retail surveillance. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences, which made up 56.1% of all crimes, remained 19% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 — a contrast to the 233% spike in possession of weapons, which exceeded the UK average by over two-fold. For residents, the 37.5% drop in public order offences (from 8 to 5) may indicate a seasonal reduction in alcohol-fuelled disturbances, though this requires further correlation with local event calendars. The 64% gap between Pocklington’s anti-social behaviour rate and the UK average (0.4 vs 1.1 per 1,000) suggests a broader societal trend of lower conflict levels in this built-up area compared to more densely populated regions.

Pocklington’s November 2024 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents marks an 8.8% decrease from the previous month’s 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This rate places the area significantly below the UK average, with 51.3% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents compared to the national figure of 7.6. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in November, a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of consistent community vigilance. Monthly exposure analysis reveals that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 270 residents — a statistic that, when contextualised against Pocklington’s population of 11,055, suggests a relatively low risk environment. However, this must be balanced against the 233% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average, which highlights a specific vulnerability requiring targeted attention. The population-scaled perspective also shows that the area’s crime profile remains influenced by violent crime, which constitutes 56.1% of all incidents — a concentration that, while below the UK average, demands ongoing scrutiny.