Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU10 · East Riding of Yorkshire
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU6 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull
294
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Cottingham has less crime — 80 vs 294 incidents in February 2026.
Hull recorded substantially more crime than Cottingham in February 2026 — 294 incidents compared to 80, a 3.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Hull has more Public order (25) and Anti-social behaviour (24). Cottingham is below the national average while Hull is above, making Cottingham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 80 vs 294 incidents. That is 73% fewer crimes. Cottingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Hull had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 294).