Withernsea Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Withernsea, 10.8 crimes were reported in April 2024, placing the area 40.3% above the UK average of 7.7 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 92 residents over the course of the month. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 53.2% of all crimes reported, with a rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents—127% above the UK average for this category. Public order offences followed closely, contributing 14.5% of the total, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000, 202% above the UK average. These figures highlight a pronounced imbalance in the crime profile, where violent and disorderly incidents dominate over property-related crimes. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter holidays, milder weather, and increased outdoor activity—may partly explain the elevated levels of public order and violence. Coastal towns like Withernsea often experience heightened public order issues during peak tourist seasons, though the exact connection to this specific data requires further analysis. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, was 2% below the UK average, suggesting a nuanced picture where some crime types align with national trends while others diverge sharply. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where violence and disorder are concentrated, particularly during periods of increased foot traffic and social activity.

April 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime, burglary, and shoplifting each increasing by 100% compared to March. This surge in property-related crimes, despite a 30.3% overall decline from the previous month’s rate of 15.6 per 1,000, highlights a complex mix of factors. The increase in vehicle crime—jumping from zero to two incidents—could be linked to the Easter holiday period, when more visitors arrive by car and may leave vehicles unattended. Similarly, the rise in shoplifting may reflect increased foot traffic in retail areas during the Easter weekend. In contrast, criminal damage and arson dropped by 66.7%, likely due to seasonal factors such as reduced vandalism during holidays or improved community monitoring. Other theft and theft from the person both fell by 50%, indicating a temporary reduction in opportunistic crimes during the Easter period. The violent crime category, which remains 127% above the UK average, shows no significant month-on-month change, suggesting persistent challenges in addressing violence and sexual offences. These findings present a mixed picture: while some property crimes have spiked, others have declined, and the most concerning category—violence—remains consistently high. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas during peak tourist times.

April 2024 marked a 30.3% decrease in Withernsea’s crime rate compared to March’s 15.6 per 1,000, yet the area still maintains a rate 40.3% above the UK average. This reduction, while positive, is tempered by the fact that the absolute number of violent crimes—33 in April—remains significantly higher than the UK average for this category. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the concentrated nature of violent and public order incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 92 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside the UK average, illustrates the disproportionate burden of crime in Withernsea. The population context is also critical: with 5,722 residents, the absolute number of crimes (62) may seem low, but the per-capita rate reveals a starkly different picture. The comparison to the UK average underscores the need for targeted strategies to address the specific drivers of violence and disorder in the area. While the decline from March is encouraging, the persistent gap between Withernsea’s rate and the UK average suggests that systemic challenges remain, particularly in reducing the prevalence of violent crime.