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 July 2025 are around 77 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cottingham South crime rate of 5.65 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (16) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (-30.77% decrease)
Cottingham South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 11
  • Montreal Crescent with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6

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 areas in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

    • 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 areas in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

  • 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 July 2025 the Cottingham South has recorded 77 crimes with crime rate of 5.65 ranking 11th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cottingham South)CrimesRank (Cottingham South)CrimesRank (Cottingham South)
Bridlington South236 13,113 12,768 1
Minster and Woodmansey110 31,599 21,837 2
Goole South120 21,423 41,442 3
Bridlington Central and Old Town78 101,493 31,245 6
St Mary's110 41,319 51,341 4
South East Holderness97 51,311 61,330 5
Howdenshire95 61,039 81,054 8
Hessle85 91,256 71,215 7
Driffield and Rural94 7926 10954 9
Tranby89 8851 13860 11
Dale49 22997 9748 14
Wolds Weighton59 16914 12881 10
North Holderness57 18922 11856 12
Goole North75 12745 16821 13
Pocklington Provincial66 13780 15741 15
Bridlington North64 14790 14694 17
South West Holderness59 15677 17590 19
East Wolds and Coastal54 19609 20695 16
Snaith, Airmyn, Rawcliffe and Marshland58 17590 21524 23
Cottingham North52 20653 19580 20
Mid Holderness48 23570 22556 21
South Hunsley51 21539 24485 25
Willerby and Kirk Ella32 25549 23527 22
Howden39 24447 25510 24
Beverley Rural31 26342 26294 26

Cottingham South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202513
May 20257
April 20255
March 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 253 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202535
June 202521
May 202530
April 202530
March 202519
February 202512
January 202521
December 202417
November 202417
October 202420
September 202412
August 202419

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20252
March 20256
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
January 20252

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 202512
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20251
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20255
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 94 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20254
May 20254
April 20255
March 20251
February 20252
January 20257
December 20246
November 20246
October 202411
September 202415
August 202417

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

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

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20259
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243

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
June 20251
May 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 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
June 20251
April 20251
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Cottingham South in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting10
Other theft1
2. Montreal Crescent (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order1
5. Abbots Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Fimber Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. The Orchard (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
8. Scaife Close (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Muston Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ramsden Place (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Theft from the person1

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