Withernsea Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Withernsea’s crime rate for August 2024 was 9.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.1% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge for the area, which has historically experienced crime rates exceeding national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.3% of all reported incidents, a category that remains 67% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.2% of total crimes, with its rate 25% higher than the UK norm. Public order offences, at 10.9% of all crimes, were 75% above the UK average, reflecting a pattern of disorder that may be linked to the area’s coastal tourism infrastructure and seasonal fluctuations. August, as a peak holiday month, likely amplifies these trends, with increased foot traffic and transient populations potentially contributing to higher rates of anti-social and public order incidents. However, the data also reveals some positive developments: criminal damage and arson fell by 60% compared to July, due to heightened community vigilance or seasonal factors. Despite these reductions, the overall crime rate remains a concern, particularly given the disproportionate impact of violent crime and public disorder on the local community. The town’s built-up character, combined with its coastal location, creates a unique environment where tourism-driven activity and local demographics intersect to shape crime patterns. This context must be considered when evaluating interventions, as strategies tailored to address seasonal spikes in anti-social behaviour and violence could yield significant improvements.

August 2024 saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 3 to 10 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in both bicycle theft and shoplifting, suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns during the peak holiday season. While shoplifting and bicycle theft rose sharply, other theft remained 12% below the UK average, indicating a combination of factors influencing different crime types. The reduction in violence and sexual offences—down 29.7% from July—contrasts with the UK average for this category, which remains 67% above. This divergence may reflect localised efforts to address violent crime, though the continued elevation of anti-social behaviour and public order offences points to areas requiring further attention. Criminal damage and arson fell by 60%, a decline that may be linked to increased community patrols or seasonal changes in property occupancy during August.

Withernsea's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 9.6 per 1,000 residents, a 9.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 10.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in late summer months. above the UK average. On a daily basis, the town experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in August, a figure that, while localised, offers a tangible sense of the monthly pace. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 104 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that is slightly higher than the UK average for similar-sized communities. This statistic, when contextualised against Withernsea’s population of 5,722, underscores the need for targeted community engagement strategies. The reduction in violent crime—specifically a 29.7% drop in violence and sexual offences—suggests that interventions implemented earlier in the year may be having a measurable impact. However, the persistent elevation in certain categories, such as anti-social behaviour, indicates ongoing challenges that require tailored solutions.