Kingston upon Hull Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kingston upon Hull's crime rate in September 2023 reached 12.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 56.2% above the UK average of 8.0. This stark divergence highlights persistent challenges in local crime management, with violent crimes dominating the landscape at 42.1% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at a rate of 5.3 per 1,000, were 93% above the UK average, while public order offences surged 142% higher than national figures. These trends may be influenced by the area's seasonal context, as September marks the start of the academic year, bringing increased foot traffic to university campuses and retail areas. The rise in property crimes, including shoplifting (up 96% above UK averages) and burglary (150% above), suggests vulnerabilities in commercial and residential zones. Criminal damage and arson remained 83% above the UK average, potentially linked to the area's industrial heritage and the challenges of maintaining infrastructure in older buildings. The data also reveals a mixed picture: while violent and public order offences surged, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime decreased, reflecting shifts in police resource allocation or community engagement initiatives. As nights draw in and temperatures drop, the combination of reduced visibility and increased indoor socialising may contribute to the persistence of violent crime, requiring targeted interventions from local authorities.

September 2023 saw significant increases in several crime categories, most possession of weapons, which surged by 78.6% from 14 to 25 incidents. This rise, combined with a 44.2% jump in bicycle theft and a 31% increase in robbery, underscores a growing concern for public safety in specific areas. The violent crime category, which accounted for 42.1% of all reported incidents, remained 93% above the UK average, with a rate of 5.3 per 1,000. This disparity is particularly striking given the national trend of declining violent crime. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences both decreased, with anti-social behaviour dropping by 35.3% to 200 incidents. This decline may reflect targeted policing efforts or seasonal factors, such as the end of summer events. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas experiencing spikes in weapon-related incidents and bicycle theft, which could be linked to increased youth activity during the back-to-school period.

Kingston upon Hull's crime rate in September 2023 remained stable compared to August, with a 1.2% increase from 12.3 to 12.5 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 56.2% above the UK average, a gap that has persisted despite minor fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 115 crimes per day, reflecting a consistent level of activity over the month. When scaled to the population of 275,401, this equates to one reported crime for every 80 residents over the course of September. This monthly exposure rate highlights the density of incidents relative to the population, though it does not account for variations in reporting patterns or local policing strategies. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp increases in specific crime categories, suggesting localized factors may be influencing trends rather than a broad upward shift in criminal activity.