Withernsea Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Withernsea’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 10.5 per 1,000, placing it 41.9% above the UK average of 7.4. This stark deviation underscores the area’s unique crime profile, which is shaped by its coastal location and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 60% of all incidents—a rate of 6.3 per 1,000, 142% above the UK average. This overrepresentation may be linked to Withernsea’s status as a seaside town, where social interactions during colder months could contribute to higher rates of alcohol-related violence. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also exceeded national averages, with the former 11% above and the latter 93% above the UK figures. These trends align with patterns observed in other coastal communities, where limited outdoor activity during winter months may drive increased indoor disorder. Meanwhile, other theft and shoplifting fell below UK averages, suggesting that Withernsea’s retail environment—likely characterised by fewer high-footfall areas compared to major urban centres—may mitigate certain types of property crime. The seasonal context of January, with its reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, likely influenced the distribution of crimes, though the persistent gap in violent crime rates indicates a need for targeted interventions to address local-specific factors.

January 2024 saw a 14.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category, which dropped from 42 to 36 incidents. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns, as post-holiday periods often see a decline in alcohol-fuelled violence typical of coastal towns. Conversely, drugs-related offences surged by 100%, rising from zero to two incidents—a significant anomaly that may reflect shifts in local drug distribution networks. Vehicle crime also doubled, increasing from zero to one incident, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour rose by 50%, from four to six incidents, possibly linked to the colder weather driving more indoor gatherings. Violence and sexual offences in Withernsea were 142% above the UK average, highlighting a critical divergence in local crime dynamics that demands focused attention from authorities.

Withernsea's crime rate in January 2024 dropped by 15.5% compared to December's 12.4 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 95 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a local metric that highlights the frequency of incidents within Withernsea’s built-up area. While this daily rate is consistent with broader trends in similar coastal towns, the population-scaled perspective reveals that the crime burden remains unevenly distributed. The 5722 residents of Withernsea saw a reduction in overall crime, yet certain categories—such as violence and drugs—continued to deviate significantly from UK averages. This contrast underscores the need for targeted analysis of specific offence types, as the local profile diverges from national trends in ways that warrant further scrutiny.