Crime Rate in Wolds Weighton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wolds Weighton

The total recorded crimes in Wolds Weighton, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK in July 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wolds Weighton crime rate of 13.74 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 Wolds Weighton, encompassing approximately 4,294 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (4.17% increase)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
Wolds Weighton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 4
  • Wold Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Top Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Wolds Weighton?

To understand the safety of Wolds Weighton, we need to analyze Wolds Weighton 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, Wolds Weighton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 914 crimes compared to 966.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Wolds Weighton witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

    • In 2023, Wolds Weighton had fewer crimes than the East Riding of Yorkshire average, with 881 crimes compared to 931. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Wolds Weighton witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wolds Weighton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Wolds Weighton has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 13.74 ranking 16th out of 25 in the East Riding of Yorkshire, UK

In 2024, the total Wolds Weighton crimes were 914. The crime rate of Wolds Weighton in 2024 was 212.85 (year) or 17.74 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wolds Weighton were around 881 crimes with yearly crime rate of 205.17 (year) or 17.10 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the East Riding of Yorkshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wolds Weighton)CrimesRank (Wolds Weighton)CrimesRank (Wolds Weighton)
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
North Holderness57 18922 11856 12
Cottingham South77 11674 18649 18
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

Wolds Weighton 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 25 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (48 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20257
May 20253
April 20254
March 20256
February 20256
January 20252
December 20246
November 20245
October 20247
September 202410
August 202410

A total of 363 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202524
May 202529
April 202537
March 202548
February 202537
January 202530
December 202422
November 202424
October 202428
September 202428
August 202431

A total of 72 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20257
May 20259
April 20256
March 20258
February 20252
December 20246
November 20247
October 20246
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 63 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20256
April 20258
March 20253
February 20258
January 20251
December 20248
November 20243
October 20249
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 77 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 202511
April 20255
March 20256
February 20255
January 20253
December 20246
November 202420
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20251
March 20251
December 20243
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243

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

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Wolds Weighton in July 2025

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

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Wold Avenue (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Top Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Holly Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Hall Farm Court (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
7. Church Side (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. High Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Slater Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1

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