Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HU13 · East Riding of Yorkshire
152
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Cottingham has less crime — 70 vs 152 incidents in April 2026.
Hessle recorded notably higher crime than Cottingham in April 2026 — 152 vs 70 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Burglary (6), while Hessle has more Public order (22) and Criminal damage & arson (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hessle — 70 vs 152 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Cottingham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Burglary while Hessle had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 152).