Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
DN16 · North Lincolnshire
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Cottingham has less crime — 70 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.
North Lincolnshire recorded substantially more crime than Cottingham in April 2026 — 299 incidents compared to 70, a 4.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (13) and Burglary (6), while North Lincolnshire has more Anti-social behaviour (38) and Public order (28). Cottingham is below the national average while North Lincolnshire is above, making Cottingham the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than North Lincolnshire — 70 vs 299 incidents. That is 77% 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 North Lincolnshire had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 299).