South Cave Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, South Cave—a built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire—recorded 31 crimes for a population of 6,238, translating to a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 29.6% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a significant deviation that suggests a unique local context. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 14 incidents (45.2% of the total), followed by criminal damage and arson (4 cases) and other theft (4 cases). Seasonal factors likely played a role in these patterns, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for outdoor crimes. However, the high proportion of violent crimes—despite being 12% below the UK average—raises questions about local dynamics, such as community interactions or policing strategies. The lower rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.4 per 1,000) may reflect fewer vehicles in the area or effective anti-theft measures. Conversely, drug-related crimes, though low in absolute numbers, saw a 100% increase from the previous month, a trend that could indicate emerging issues requiring further analysis. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, underscores the need for continued monitoring of specific categories that deviate from national norms.

January 2025 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from zero to two incidents—a shift that may reflect changing local patterns or heightened awareness. Other theft also rose by 33.3%, from three to four cases, though this remains below the UK average for that category. Conversely, violent crimes decreased by 36.4%, from 22 to 14, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as reduced public activity during shorter daylight hours. Vehicle crime fell by 33.3%, from three to two, a decline consistent with lower retail footfall during the post-holiday period. Violence and sexual offences remain 12% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson are 18% above, highlighting the need for targeted community engagement in those areas.

South Cave's crime rate in January 2025 dropped 24.4% from the previous month's 6.6 per 1,000 to 5.0 per 1,000, marking a notable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime per day over the month, a figure that translates to a relatively low frequency for residents. When considering the population of 6,238, the monthly exposure rate means that one crime occurred for every 201 residents—a statistic that provides context for individual risk perception. This reduction aligns with seasonal factors, as January typically sees lower retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to fewer opportunities for outdoor crimes. The drop in overall crime rate, combined with the low daily crime count, suggests a period of relative stability for the community, though fluctuations in specific categories like drug-related offences warrant closer attention.