Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HU18 · East Riding of Yorkshire
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hornsea has less crime — 35 vs 70 incidents in April 2026.
Cottingham recorded notably higher crime than Hornsea in April 2026 — 70 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Burglary (6), while Hornsea has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hornsea recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 35 vs 70 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Hornsea 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 Hornsea had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hornsea recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 70).