Kingston upon Hull Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kingston upon Hull’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 11.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 48.6% higher than the UK average of 7.4. This marked disparity underscores the area’s distinct crime profile, shaped by its urban character and historical challenges. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 42.2% of all incidents — 77% above the UK average for this category. Shoplifting followed closely, with 10.4% of crimes involving this offence, a rate 93% above the national average. These patterns align with Kingston’s status as a major urban centre, where high street retail areas and public spaces may contribute to property-related crimes. The seasonal context of January — a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail footfall — likely exacerbates these trends, though the elevated violence rate suggests deeper structural issues. While some categories, such as anti-social behaviour, fell below the UK average (29% lower), the overall picture remains one of significant divergence from national norms. This data highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those associated with violent crime and shoplifting, while also considering how seasonal factors influence criminal activity patterns.

January 2024 saw a sharp 53.5% increase in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 43 to 66. This jump, coupled with a 41.5% rise in 'other crime' (from 65 to 92), indicates a shift in criminal activity that may reflect seasonal or environmental factors. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 42.2% of all crimes — 77% above the UK average for this category. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 44.4%, declining from 18 to 10, a drop that could be linked to reduced foot traffic during the post-holiday period. The stark contrast between rising bicycle theft and falling theft from the person suggests a combination of local dynamics, with residents altering their behaviour in response to heightened awareness or seasonal changes.

Kingston upon Hull’s crime rate in January 2024 rose 3.5% compared to December 2023, reflecting a continued upward trend. With 3018 crimes recorded over 31 days, the area experienced an average of 97 crimes per day — a figure that underscores the persistent challenge of crime in the local community. When considering the population of 275,401 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 91 residents, a ratio that highlights the density of incidents relative to the population. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the comparison to the previous month reveals a more immediate concern: the shift in crime patterns and the specific categories driving the increase. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly exposure metric offers a broader perspective on how frequently residents encounter crime in their daily lives.