Willerby and Anlaby Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Willerby and Anlaby’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 38.2% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This continued performance places the area among the safer built-up regions in England and Wales. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.2% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (14.5%) and public order offences (10.8%). Despite the overall low rate, the breakdown illustrates a mix of patterns: violence remains a concern, though significantly lower than national levels, while property crimes like shoplifting and burglary are relatively modest. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday lulls in retail activity and shorter days—likely contributes to the subdued levels of outdoor crimes. However, the area’s proximity to larger urban centres may explain the presence of certain offences, such as public order incidents, which could be influenced by transient populations or local events. The data also shows that anti-social behaviour and other theft crimes are below UK averages, suggesting that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be effective in mitigating these issues. While the overall rate remains stable, the January figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in specific categories, such as public order offences, which saw a sharp rise. The area’s character as a semi-rural built-up zone with a mix of residential and commercial spaces may further shape these trends, as smaller communities often experience distinct crime dynamics compared to densely populated urban areas.

January 2026 saw a stark surge in public order offences, which rose by 200% from three to nine incidents. This spike, while small in absolute terms, may reflect shifts in community activity or enforcement priorities. Concurrently, drugs-related crimes doubled, and burglary incidents tripled, both climbing from previous levels. These increases, though not overwhelming, suggest potential pressure points in local policing or social dynamics. Conversely, other theft crimes fell by 70%, a significant drop that could indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 42.2% of all crimes, yet they still fell 28% below the UK average. This divergence highlights the area’s unique profile, where violent crime is lower than national trends despite the recent spikes in other categories.

Willerby and Anlaby's crime rate rose by 18.7% from 3.5 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, reflecting a slight uptick in reported incidents. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area’s broader trend of remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day in January, a figure that translates to a local monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 239 residents. This suggests that while the area remains relatively safe compared to national standards, the rate of incidents has shifted slightly upward. The population context further highlights that Willerby and Anlaby’s 19,866 residents see crime as a rare occurrence, with the 83 total crimes reported in January representing a small fraction of the population. This low frequency, even with the rise in certain categories, underscores the area’s continued position as a low-crime locale. However, the 18.7% increase in the overall rate signals a need for ongoing monitoring of local patterns.