Withernsea Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Withernsea's crime profile in February 2024 reveals a combination of persistent challenges and emerging patterns. The overall crime rate of 11.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 57.7% above the UK average, a figure that underscores systemic issues in the built-up area. Violent crimes dominate the landscape, accounting for 50% of all incidents—double the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This overrepresentation of violence and sexual offences, which rose to 5.6 per 1,000 in February, may partly reflect the town's demographic makeup and seasonal factors. As a coastal resort town with a transient population during peak seasons, Withernsea's winter months often see heightened tensions in public spaces, though February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could have contributed to a slight reduction in violence. Public order offences, which surged by 200% compared to January, now stand at 1.6 per 1,000—227% above the UK average. This spike may be linked to the town's proximity to major transport routes and the increased foot traffic during off-season periods. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, at 1.4 per 1,000, remain 159% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing issues with property-related crimes in the area. The seasonal context of February—characterised by cold weather and reduced daylight—may have exacerbated these trends, though the exact causal links remain unclear. The town's unique character as a seaside community with a mix of residential and tourist areas appears to amplify certain crime types, particularly those related to public disorder and property damage.

February 2024 saw a notable 11.1% reduction in violence and sexual offences, declining from 36 to 32 incidents. This decrease, though modest, contrasts with significant increases in other categories: public order offences surged by 200% (3 to 9) and burglary rose by 150% (2 to 5). The crime mix shifted sharply, with violent crimes accounting for 50% of all reported incidents—double the UK average for this category. Other theft fell by 33.3% (3 to 2), the only category below the UK average. The spike in public order offences may partly explain the town's overall rate being 57.7% above the UK average, as these incidents often escalate quickly in densely populated areas. Residents should be aware that anti-social behaviour, while only slightly above the UK average, remains a persistent concern, with 6 incidents reported this month.

Withernsea's crime rate in February 2024 rose to 11.2 per 1,000 residents, a 6.6% increase from the previous month's 10.5 per 1,000. This marks the first monthly rise since December 2023. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day during the month, reflecting a persistent level of activity despite seasonal lulls typically associated with winter. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate shows that one crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents relative to the town's size. While the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals stark contrasts: violent crimes, public order issues, and criminal damage all far exceed national benchmarks, whereas vehicle crime and other theft fall below UK averages. This divergence suggests local factors—such as the town's coastal location and seasonal tourism patterns—play a role in shaping specific crime trends.