Kingston upon Hull Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kingston upon Hull's crime profile in May 2025 is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.1% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This category alone contributes to the area's overall crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 43.2% above the UK average. The prominence of violent crime in this urban centre aligns with its historical and economic profile as a densely populated area with a legacy of industrial decline and ongoing socioeconomic challenges. Public order offences, contributing 10.8% of total crimes, also show a stark deviation from the UK average, with rates 107% higher. This may be influenced by the city's seasonal dynamics, as May's extended daylight hours and bank holidays likely encourage more outdoor activity, increasing opportunities for public disorder. Criminal damage and arson, at 8.2% of total crimes, further reflect the persistent challenges of maintaining property integrity in a city with a history of deprivation and limited public resources. The seasonal context of May—characterised by warmer weather, longer evenings, and increased socialising—likely contributes to the elevated rates of public order and violent crime. These factors suggest that the city's crime profile is deeply intertwined with its demographic and geographic characteristics, requiring tailored strategies to address the root causes of these trends.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 25.7%, rising from 272 to 342 incidents, a shift that may be linked to increased outdoor socialising during longer evenings and bank holidays. Concurrently, vehicle crime climbed by 25.6%, with 103 reported cases—up from 82 in April—potentially reflecting seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle theft opportunities. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 31.6%, with 256 incidents recorded compared to 374 in April, suggesting possible retail security improvements or reduced foot traffic. Burglary also decreased by 22.1%, from 136 to 106 cases, though this remains 43% above the UK average. Possession of weapons rose sharply by 68.4%, from 19 to 32 incidents, a trend that could signal increased weapon-related activity in public spaces or shifts in criminal behaviour. These variations highlight the combination of local and national factors influencing crime dynamics.

Kingston upon Hull's crime rate in May 2025 remained stable at 11.6 per 1,000 residents, a 0.9% increase from April's 11.5 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 103 crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the population density and the persistent challenges in maintaining public order. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 87 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents within a populated urban setting. When scaled to the city's population of 275,401, this rate underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with notable variations in specific crime categories, such as the sharp rise in public order offences and the decline in shoplifting, which may indicate shifts in policing strategies or community engagement efforts.