Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
HU6 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull
388
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Cottingham has less crime — 70 vs 388 incidents in April 2026.
Hull recorded substantially more crime than Cottingham in April 2026 — 388 incidents compared to 70, a 5.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13), while Hull has more Criminal damage & arson (39). Cottingham is below the national average while Hull is above, making Cottingham the safer choice on this measure.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 70 vs 388 incidents. That is 82% 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 while Hull had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 388).