Cottingham vs Withernsea — 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

Withernsea

HU19 · East Riding of Yorkshire

81

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences38
  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Burglary8

Withernsea has less crime — 81 vs 114 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Cottingham saw somewhat more crime than Withernsea in April 2026 (114 vs 81 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (37) and Anti-social behaviour (14), while Withernsea has more Criminal damage & arson (9) and Burglary (8). 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 Withernsea safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Withernsea recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 81 vs 114 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Withernsea is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Withernsea had more Criminal damage & arson and Burglary. Overall, Withernsea recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 114).

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