Kingston upon Hull Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Kingston upon Hull’s crime profile in May 2024, accounting for nearly 40% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 12.7 per 1,000 residents—51.2% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000—the area faces a starkly higher burden of violent crime compared to the national picture. This category alone exceeds the UK average by 73%, reflecting patterns often seen in urban centres with high population density and complex social dynamics. Shoplifting and public order offences also feature prominently, each contributing over 10% of total crimes and both far outpacing UK averages by more than 100%. These figures align with Hull’s status as a major urban district with significant retail and nightlife activity, which may partly explain the elevated rates of property-related and disorder-related crimes. Seasonal factors in May—such as longer evenings, increased outdoor drinking, and the approach of bank holidays—likely contribute to higher levels of public order incidents and violence. While property crimes make up 37.6% of the total, the overwhelming presence of violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic and social interaction. The data suggests a combination of geographic and demographic factors, including the city’s coastal location and industrial history, which may interact with seasonal rhythms to shape crime patterns.

May 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with criminal damage and arson rising by 20.6% compared to April, potentially linked to the start of warmer weather and increased outdoor activity. Public order offences also increased by 12.7%, reflecting the impact of extended evenings and higher levels of socialising in public spaces. A significant 36.4% increase in possession of weapons suggests a possible uptick in tensions or illicit activity in certain areas. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 36.7%, which may indicate improved security measures or seasonal changes in cycling patterns. The sharp decline in drugs-related crimes (13.5%) and robbery (13.3%) contrasts with the rising violent crime rates, highlighting a complex mix of factors influencing different categories. Violent crime remains strikingly above the UK average, with 4.9 per 1,000 residents—more than double the national rate of 2.8 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the need for localised strategies to address the unique challenges faced by Kingston upon Hull, where the combination of urban density and seasonal dynamics appears to amplify certain types of crime.

The crime rate in May 2024 (12.7 per 1,000) represents a 2.5% decrease from April’s rate of 13.0 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable downward trend. On a daily basis, Kingston upon Hull experienced approximately 113 crimes per day in May—a figure that, while specific to the area, provides a concrete measure of the pace at which incidents occur. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 79 residents, illustrating the frequency of crime in the context of the local population. With 275,401 residents, the monthly exposure figure translates to a higher proportion of the population being affected compared to many other areas in the UK. This statistic is particularly relevant for residents and local businesses, as it highlights the need for ongoing community engagement and policing efforts. While the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average, the month-on-month decline suggests that targeted initiatives or seasonal factors may have had a temporary mitigating effect. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that certain categories—like anti-social behaviour—perform differently, with Hull’s rate (1.2 per 1,000) sitting 17% below the national average of 1.4 per 1,000. This contrast illustrates the variability of crime patterns even within a single local authority, shaped by local conditions and interventions.