Willerby and Anlaby Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Willerby and Anlaby's September 2025 crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 remains lower than the UK average of 7.4, reflecting a 37.8% deficit. This figure, however, masks significant shifts in the nature of local crime, with violent offences dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.3% of total incidents, surpassing shoplifting (15.2%) and anti-social behaviour (14.1%) as the most prevalent category. This pattern may be influenced by the area's seasonal context, as September typically marks the return of students to local institutions, potentially increasing social interactions that could contribute to such incidents. The UK comparison for violence and sexual offences is particularly striking, with the local rate of 1.9 per 1,000 being 26% below the national average of 2.6. Conversely, shoplifting rates in Willerby and Anlaby are 15% above the UK average, suggesting a unique local dynamic that may be tied to the area's retail presence or the increased foot traffic during the university freshers period. While property crimes such as burglary and criminal damage remain below UK averages, the 150% increase in burglary cases from August to September is a cause for concern. This rise, coupled with the doubling of other crime and robbery incidents, indicates a need for heightened awareness and targeted policing efforts. The overall crime rate's continued decline compared to previous months, despite these spikes, underscores the area's generally safer profile, though the specific increases in certain categories warrant closer examination.

September 2025 saw a 150% increase in burglary cases, rising from 2 to 5 incidents—a sharp jump that residents should monitor closely. This rise, combined with a 100% increase in both other crime and robbery, signals a troubling shift in local crime dynamics, particularly in property-related offences. While shoplifting rates remained 15% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), anti-social behaviour and public order offences fell significantly below national levels, with anti-social behaviour 40% lower than the UK's 1.2 per 1,000. The most alarming trend, however, is the tripling of burglary incidents, which may be linked to seasonal factors such as the return of students to local institutions, creating opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Residents are advised to enhance home security measures and remain vigilant in areas with high foot traffic, especially near schools and community centres. This contrast between rising property crimes and falling violent offences highlights a combination of local circumstances that warrants further attention.

Willerby and Anlaby's crime rate in September 2025 (4.6 per 1,000) marks a 14.1% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.4, reflecting a continued trend of reduced overall crime. This decrease aligns with the area's broader position as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, where the local rate remains 37.8% below the national average of 7.4. Daily crime data reveals an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in specific categories. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 216 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK's typical figures. This statistic, when contextualised against the population of 19,866, illustrates that while the absolute number of crimes is small, certain types—such as burglary and other crimes—have seen sharp increases that demand closer attention. The contrast between this month's trends and the previous month's data highlights the volatility of local crime patterns, particularly in property-related offences, which may be influenced by seasonal factors like the return of students to local institutions.