South Cave Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Cave’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.9% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure reflects a broader trend of relatively low crime levels in the area, though the composition of incidents reveals significant variations. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 64.5% of all reported incidents—far above the UK average of 17% for this category. Public order offences followed at 16.1%, with shoplifting and other theft categories showing marked divergence from national trends. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its character as a small built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire, where local factors such as community dynamics and seasonal transitions may influence reporting patterns. March’s transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing, likely contributed to the sharp increase in violent crime, as outdoor activity and social interactions may have intensified. However, the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that South Cave’s residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national population. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.2 per 1,000) further indicate that certain crime types are less prevalent here than elsewhere in the UK. These patterns may be linked to the area’s demographic composition and local infrastructure, though further analysis would be required to confirm such connections. The data also highlights the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both seasonal and geographic factors, as the same category may carry different implications in different areas.

March 2025 saw a dramatic 122.2% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from nine to 20 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with the 100% increase in shoplifting, which climbed from one to two reported cases. Meanwhile, other theft and criminal damage and arson both declined significantly: other theft dropped by 83.3% (from six to one), and criminal damage and arson fell by 50% (from two to one). These shifts in crime mix suggest a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences now account for 64.5% of all crimes in South Cave, far exceeding the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (17% above). However, shoplifting remains lower than the UK average, with a rate of 0.3 per 1,000 compared to the national 0.7 per 1,000. This divergence may reflect South Cave’s relatively low retail density or effective local policing strategies. For residents, the sharp rise in violent crime is a critical concern, particularly given its disproportionate share of total incidents. The data also highlights that anti-social behaviour and other theft are both significantly below UK averages, suggesting areas of relative safety that warrant continued attention.

South Cave’s crime rate in March 2025 remained stable compared to February, declining by 3.1% to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This slight reduction follows a month in which the area saw 31 total crimes reported over 31 days, translating to roughly one crime per day. While this daily frequency may seem high, it is important to contextualise it within the local population of 6,238 residents. Over the course of March, one reported crime occurred for every 201 residents, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively low overall crime rate compared to the UK average. The shift in crime mix between February and March is notable: violence and sexual offences surged by 122.2%, while other theft and criminal damage and arson both fell sharply. These fluctuations suggest that temporary factors—such as seasonal changes or local events—may have influenced reporting patterns. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that South Cave’s residents face a crime risk significantly lower than the national average, with 35.9% fewer incidents per 1,000 people. This contrast underscores the area’s unique position within the UK’s broader crime profile, where violent crime remains a persistent concern despite the overall decline in certain categories.