Withernsea Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,722 residents, Withernsea recorded 53 crimes in May 2025 — equivalent to 9.3 crimes per 1,000 people, placing it 14.8% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate translates to approximately one reported crime for every 108 residents over the course of the month. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its coastal location and mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics, with seasonal factors likely contributing to patterns observed. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.6% of all crimes (21 incidents), making them the most prevalent category. Burglary (15.1% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (13.2%) followed, reflecting a combination of property-related risks and potential links to community tensions. May, with its extended daylight hours and bank holidays, may partly explain the higher incidence of outdoor-related crimes, such as public order offences (11.3% of total) and anti-social behaviour (5.7%). The area’s proximity to coastal tourism routes and local amenities could also influence crime dynamics, though data does not confirm direct causal links. The breakdown shows a distinct imbalance in violent crime compared to the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 3.7 per 1,000 — 31% above the national rate of 2.8 per 1,000. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those with concentrated social activity during warmer evenings.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types compared to April, with burglary jumping 300% (from 2 to 8 incidents) — a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal patterns or localized vulnerabilities. Robbery, previously absent in April, rose to 1 incident, while anti-social behaviour increased by 50% (from 2 to 3), indicating potential shifts in community dynamics. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), possibly due to reduced foot traffic during bank holidays or improved retail security measures. The crime mix reveals a stark contrast to UK averages: burglary in Withernsea was 400% higher than the national rate (0.3 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour was 65% below the UK average (1.4 per 1,000). This divergence highlights Withernsea’s unique challenges, particularly in property crime, which accounted for 36.8% of all incidents compared to 31% nationally. Violence and sexual offences, though common, were not elevated compared to other UK areas — a 31% above average figure suggests localized factors rather than systemic issues. Residents may find the shoplifting decline noteworthy, as it could indicate a temporary reprieve for local businesses during the month.

Withernsea’s crime rate in May 2025 (9.3 per 1,000) represents an 8.2% increase from April’s rate of 8.6 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable upward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 2 crimes per day — a figure that, while low compared to major urban centres, underscores the need for consistent vigilance in a relatively small built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 108 residents experienced a reported crime, a ratio that, while not alarmingly high, is 14.8% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be influenced by Withernsea’s specific demographic and geographic traits, such as its coastal location attracting transient populations during peak seasons. The population context is critical: with 5,722 residents, even small fluctuations in crime numbers can have noticeable impacts on community perception. For instance, the 300% surge in burglary (from 2 to 8 incidents) translates to a 1.4 per 1,000 rate — 400% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 — a disparity that could signal localized issues such as targeted property vulnerabilities or transient offenders. Meanwhile, the decline in shoplifting (from 6 to 1) reduces the monthly exposure to 0.2 per 1,000 — 70% below the UK average — suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be temporarily curbing this category. These comparisons highlight the importance of contextualizing Withernsea’s data within both national trends and its own unique circumstances.