Cottingham vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cottingham

HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire

70

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Shoplifting13
  • Burglary6

Hull

HU8 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

283

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences119
  • Shoplifting38
  • Other theft25

Cottingham has less crime — 70 vs 283 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded substantially more crime than Cottingham in April 2026 — 283 incidents compared to 70, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Burglary (6), while Hull has more Other theft (25). Cottingham is below the national average while Hull is above, making Cottingham the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cottingham or Hull safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 70 vs 283 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Cottingham is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Burglary while Hull had more Other theft. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 283).

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