Crime Rate in Howden: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Howden

The total recorded crimes in Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK in March 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Howden crime rate of 11.42 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 Howden, encompassing approximately 2,802 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Howden Crime Hotspots

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

  • Knox Avenue with total crimes: 5
  • Hull Road with total crimes: 4
  • Derwent Crescent with total crimes: 4

How safe is Howden?

To understand the safety of Howden, we need to analyze Howden 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, Howden demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 447 crimes compared to 966.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Howden recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Howden had fewer crimes than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 510 crimes compared to 931. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Howden recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Howden Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Howden has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 11.42 ranking 24th out of 25 in the East Riding of Yorkshire, UK

In 2024, the total Howden crimes were 447. The crime rate of Howden in 2024 was 159.52 (year) or 13.29 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Howden were around 510 crimes with yearly crime rate of 182.01 (year) or 15.17 (month) ranking 24 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
Cottingham South50 18674 18649 18
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
Beverley Rural23 26342 26294 26

Howden Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20248
October 20243
September 20245
August 20241
July 20246
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 193 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202516
January 202519
December 202415
November 202415
October 202419
September 202411
August 202416
July 202413
June 202436
May 20246
April 202415

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20255
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20251
December 20244
November 20247
October 20246
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
October 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20257
December 20243
November 20242
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 202416
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20246
May 20243

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

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Howden in March 2025

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

1. Knox Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
2. Hull Road (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Other theft1
3. Derwent Crescent (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
4. St John'S Street (Map)
Total2
Robbery2
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Broad Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Gowdall Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Silver Birches Court (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Burgess Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Blakeys Crossing (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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