Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DN18 · North Lincolnshire
73
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Cottingham has less crime — 67 vs 73 incidents in February 2026.
Barton-Upon-Humber and Cottingham recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 73 and 67 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barton-Upon-Humber sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Criminal damage & arson (9), while Cottingham has more Burglary (11) and Other theft (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Barton-Upon-Humber — 67 vs 73 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Cottingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barton-Upon-Humber saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Cottingham had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (67 vs 73).