Kingston upon Hull Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a city of over 275,000 residents, November 2023 saw 3,168 crimes reported, translating to a crime rate of 11.5 per 1,000 people—53.3% above the UK average of 7.5. This stark disparity highlights the area’s ongoing struggle with criminal activity, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.4% of all incidents. The dominance of violent crimes, coupled with high rates of criminal damage and arson (9.6%) and public order offences (8.9%), suggests a complex pattern influenced by both local demographics and seasonal factors. November, with its dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night, likely contributed to increased incidents of violence and public disorder. However, the data also reveals pockets of divergence, such as anti-social behaviour, which was 33% below the UK average, indicating that certain areas or initiatives may be mitigating these issues. The interplay between the area’s industrial history, coastal location, and seasonal events appears to shape its crime profile, with violent crimes and property-related offences forming the bulk of reported incidents. While the month-on-month decline in overall crime rate by 8.1% offers a glimmer of progress, the persistent elevation above the UK average underscores the need for sustained efforts to address systemic challenges.

November 2023 saw notable fluctuations in crime trends. Robbery increased by 32.3%, rising from 31 to 41 incidents, a surge that may align with the Black Friday shopping period. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 29.4%, dropping from 364 to 257, potentially reflecting reduced retail activity post-holiday sales. Vehicle crime also declined by 29.0%, with 76 incidents reported, a drop that could be attributed to seasonal changes in commuter patterns. The category of violence and sexual offences, at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, remained 93% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in the area. In contrast, anti-social behaviour reported a 33% deficit compared to the UK average, suggesting localized efforts may be yielding some success. These shifts illustrate the combination of seasonal events and criminal activity, with specific categories showing marked divergence from national trends.

In November 2023, Kingston upon Hull recorded a crime rate of 11.5 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 12.5. This decline suggests a slight moderation in overall criminal activity, though the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 106 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent challenge of crime management in the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 87 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a stark contrast to national benchmarks. Considering the population of 275,401, this translates to a proportionally high number of incidents relative to the UK average, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. The drop in vehicle crime by 29% and theft from the person by 36% may reflect seasonal shifts, such as reduced foot traffic or altered patterns of activity during the darker evenings of November.