Cottingham vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Cottingham

HU10 · East Riding of Yorkshire

114

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting37
  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Hull

HU4 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

229

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences80
  • Public order28
  • Anti-social behaviour24

Cottingham has less crime — 114 vs 229 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded notably higher crime than Cottingham in April 2026 — 229 vs 114 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37), while Hull has more Public order (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cottingham or Hull safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 114 vs 229 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Cottingham and Hull?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Hull had more Public order. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (114 vs 229).

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