Crime Rate in Cottingham South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cottingham South

The total recorded crimes in Cottingham South, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK in March 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cottingham South crime rate of 3.67 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Cottingham South, encompassing approximately 13,629 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (58.33% increase)
  • Burglary: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cottingham South Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Saner'S Close with total crimes: 6
  • Beadlam Mews with total crimes: 3
  • The Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Cottingham South?

To understand the safety of Cottingham South, we need to analyze Cottingham South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to East Riding of Yorkshire:

    • In 2024, Cottingham South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 674 crimes compared to 966.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cottingham South recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cottingham South had fewer crimes than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 649 crimes compared to 931. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cottingham South recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Riding of Yorkshire, Cottingham South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Cottingham South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cottingham South has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 3.67 ranking 18th out of 25 in the East Riding of Yorkshire, UK

In 2024, the total Cottingham South crimes were 674. The crime rate of Cottingham South in 2024 was 49.45 (year) or 4.12 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cottingham South were around 649 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.62 (year) or 3.97 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (East Riding of Yorkshire)CrimesRank (East Riding of Yorkshire)CrimesRank (East Riding of Yorkshire)
Bridlington South191 13,113 12,768 1
Minster and Woodmansey103 51,599 21,837 2
Howdenshire164 21,039 81,054 8
Goole South130 31,423 41,442 3
Bridlington Central and Old Town126 41,493 31,245 6
St Mary's101 61,319 51,341 4
South East Holderness82 91,311 61,330 5
Hessle73 121,256 71,215 7
Tranby96 7851 13860 11
Dale88 8997 9748 14
Driffield and Rural63 13926 10954 9
Wolds Weighton76 11914 12881 10
Goole North82 10745 16821 13
North Holderness54 17922 11856 12
Bridlington North57 16790 14694 17
Cottingham North61 14653 19580 20
Pocklington Provincial40 23780 15741 15
South West Holderness57 15677 17590 19
East Wolds and Coastal43 21609 20695 16
Willerby and Kirk Ella48 19549 23527 22
Snaith, Airmyn, Rawcliffe and Marshland46 20590 21524 23
Mid Holderness30 25570 22556 21
South Hunsley40 22539 24485 25
Howden32 24447 25510 24
Beverley Rural23 26342 26294 26

Cottingham South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20245
August 20248
July 20245
June 202412
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 237 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202512
January 202521
December 202417
November 202417
October 202420
September 202412
August 202419
July 202422
June 202434
May 202420
April 202424

A total of 39 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20245
June 20244
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 52 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
June 202410
May 20245
April 20248

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246
July 20244
June 20242
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 46 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 19 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 129 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20257
December 20246
November 20246
October 202411
September 202415
August 202417
July 202415
June 202430
May 20249
April 202410

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
October 20243
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Cottingham South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Cottingham South postcode area is presented below.

1. Saner'S Close (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Beadlam Mews (Map)
Total3
Public order3
3. The Close (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Southwood Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
5. Scaife Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Langdale Crescent (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
9. Merchant Way (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
10. Lythe Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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