Withernsea Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Withernsea's population of 5,722 faced 68 reported crimes in May 2024, translating to a crime rate of 11.9 per 1,000 residents—41.7% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure, which equates to approximately 12 crimes per 1,000 residents, highlights a significant divergence from national trends. The crime profile reveals a clear dominance of violent offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 57.4% of all incidents (39 cases), followed by public order (13.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.3%). These patterns are consistent with Withernsea's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, where late-night socialising and seasonal events may drive spikes in alcohol-fuelled disputes and public disorder. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the elevated rates of public order and violence, as well as the 40% month-on-month rise in criminal damage and arson. Despite this, certain categories remain below the UK average: shoplifting (38% below) and anti-social behaviour (72% below), possibly due to targeted policing or local initiatives. The data also shows a stark contrast in property crime trends, with vehicle crime falling by 50% (from 2 to 1), though this may be influenced by temporary factors such as reduced car usage during May. The overall picture underscores a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing strategies, with the area's crime profile diverging sharply from the UK's broader trends.

May 2024 saw a 200% surge in 'other theft' cases, rising from 2 to 6 incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect heightened activity during longer evenings. Possession of weapons also doubled, with one reported case, a figure that contrasts sharply with the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 71.4% (7 to 2), potentially linked to increased policing or seasonal shifts in public behaviour. The crime mix shows a stark imbalance: violent crimes (39) outnumbered property crimes (17), with violence and sexual offences at 6.8 per 1,000—139% above the UK average. This violent crime dominance is consistent with Withernsea's status as a coastal town, where late-night socialising and transient populations may contribute to higher rates of assault. Shoplifting remained 38% below the UK average, suggesting that local retail areas may have effective deterrents or lower foot traffic during this period.

Withernsea's crime rate in May 2024 rose to 11.9 per 1,000 residents, a 9.6% increase from April's 10.8 per 1,000. This places the area 41.7% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a gap that remains significant despite the UK's generally lower crime profile. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported over the 31 days of May, reflecting a local rhythm of activity that may align with seasonal patterns in this coastal town. Monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 84 residents, a figure that highlights the concentration of incidents relative to the area's population of 5,722. This ratio underscores the proportion of residents directly affected by crime in a single month, though it does not account for repeated offenders or multiple incidents involving the same individual. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Withernsea's crime burden is higher than the national average, which may be influenced by factors such as tourism, social dynamics, or local economic conditions.