Willerby and Anlaby Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Willerby and Anlaby during May 2024, accounting for 36.7% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes assault, sexual harassment, and related offences, occurred at a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents—37% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 10.2% decline from April 2024, reflecting a stabilising trend in local crime patterns. This rate is 41.7% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a disparity that may be attributed to the built-up nature of the area and its proximity to East Riding of Yorkshire’s urban centres, which likely benefit from established community policing initiatives. The dominance of violence and sexual offences is consistent with the area’s character as a mixed residential and commercial hub, where public spaces and social interactions can contribute to such incidents. Seasonal factors in May, including longer evenings and increased socialising, may have amplified certain types of crime, particularly anti-social behaviour, which rose by 58.3% compared to the previous month. However, the significant 50% reduction in burglary cases suggests that local efforts such as improved street lighting or community patrols have had a measurable impact. The 37% below UK average for violence and sexual offences contrasts with the 18% above UK average for 'other crime', a category that includes less common offences and may require further investigation to identify specific drivers. These findings highlight the need for continued vigilance in addressing public order issues while maintaining the progress seen in reducing property-related crimes.

May 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 58.3% (from 12 to 19 incidents) and other theft rising by 40% (from 5 to 7). These increases, though notable, were offset by a 50% drop in burglary cases, suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity towards public spaces. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, occurring at a rate 37% below the UK average (1.8 vs 2.8 per 1,000). Meanwhile, shoplifting fell sharply by 53% compared to the UK average, indicating that retail areas in Willerby and Anlaby may have effective deterrence measures in place. The most striking contrast emerged in 'other crime', which was 18% above the UK average, a category that often includes less common offences and may require further investigation into its specific drivers. Residents may find the 50% reduction in burglary particularly reassuring, as it suggests that targeted interventions such as increased street lighting or community patrols could be contributing to this decline. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour highlights the need for ongoing efforts to address public order issues, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic during May’s extended evenings. The 37% below UK average for violence and sexual offences contrasts with the 18% above for 'other crime', underscoring the area’s mixed success in managing different crime types.

The crime rate in Willerby and Anlaby for May 2024 (4.9 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 10.2% reduction from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000, indicating a stabilising trend in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent presence of low-level incidents in a built-up environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 203 residents, a monthly exposure rate that positions Willerby and Anlaby as a safer region within the UK. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it contextualises the likelihood of encountering crime in a community of 19,866 people. The area’s crime rate remains 41.7% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and community engagement initiatives. However, the consistency of this rate over time raises questions about whether the current level of safety is sustainable, particularly as seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased socialising may influence crime dynamics in the coming months. The built-up nature of Willerby and Anlaby, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, likely contributes to the moderate crime rate, as urban areas often balance higher foot traffic with targeted community efforts to mitigate incidents.