Willerby and Anlaby Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile in Willerby and Anlaby for May 2023, contributing 32% of all reported crimes. This category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, sits 42% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 is 37.5% below the UK average of 8.0, reflecting a consistently lower incidence of crime compared to national trends. Public order offences (18 cases) and anti-social behaviour (16 cases) follow as the second and third most common crime types, with the latter 40% below the UK average. Seasonal factors likely contribute to the pattern, as May’s extended evenings and bank holidays may have increased outdoor socialising, influencing public order and violence rates. The balance between property and violent crime remains skewed toward violence, with property crimes (32 cases) and violent crimes (32 cases) tied in frequency. This contrasts with the UK’s broader trend of property crimes typically outnumbering violent offences. The area’s relatively low crime rate, despite its built-up status, suggests effective local policing or community initiatives, though no specific programmes are referenced in the data. The absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary compared to UK averages further underscores the area’s distinct profile. May’s data aligns with patterns seen in similar commuter towns, where community cohesion and lower population density may mitigate crime opportunities.

Burglary saw a 133.3% increase in May 2023, rising from 3 to 7 cases. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (Willerby’s rate at 0.4 per 1,000), may reflect seasonal vulnerabilities, such as increased home occupancy during school holidays or targeted activity in residential areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 42.9% (from 28 to 16 cases), a decline that could be linked to May’s bank holidays reducing public congregation in high-traffic areas. Public order offences also decreased by 40% (from 30 to 18), due to community events or improved policing during the month. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the most common category, were 42% below the UK average, suggesting local factors—such as strong community networks or effective youth engagement—may be deterring such incidents. Possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 case), a rare occurrence that may warrant closer attention from local authorities. The data also reveals a 29% increase in burglary above the UK average, highlighting a specific area of concern that contrasts with the broader trend of lower crime rates in the region. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime patterns, influenced by both local initiatives and seasonal rhythms.

Willerby and Anlaby’s crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 in May 2023 marks a 26.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.8 per 1,000, indicating a notable downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 3 crimes per day in May, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 199 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many urban centres but comparable to other commuter towns in the region. With a population of 19,866, the area’s crime statistics reflect a balance between its built-up nature and the relatively low density of high-risk environments. The previous month’s higher rate may have been influenced by temporary factors such as weather or event-related activity, which appear to have subsided in May. This reduction aligns with broader UK trends of seasonal declines in crime during spring, though Willerby’s performance remains consistently below the national average. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that residents face a lower risk of being directly affected by crime compared to the UK average, with the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-199 suggesting a safer environment for daily life. These figures, when combined with the area’s lower-than-average rates for violent and property crimes, reinforce its position as a relatively secure built-up area within East Riding of Yorkshire.