Cottingham vs Ellerker — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cottingham

HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire

67

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Burglary11
  • Other theft9

Ellerker

HU15 · East Riding of Yorkshire

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting2

Ellerker has less crime — 2 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Cottingham recorded substantially more crime than Ellerker in February 2026 — 67 incidents compared to 2, a 33.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (17) and Burglary (11), while Ellerker has more Shoplifting (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cottingham or Ellerker safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Ellerker recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 2 vs 67 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Ellerker is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Burglary while Ellerker had more Shoplifting. Overall, Ellerker recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 67).

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