Cottingham vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cottingham

HU17 · East Riding of Yorkshire

144

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Shoplifting18
  • Public order16

Hull

HU7 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

317

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Criminal damage & arson39
  • Shoplifting36

Cottingham has less crime — 144 vs 317 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded notably higher crime than Cottingham in February 2026 — 317 vs 144 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Public order (16), while Hull has more Criminal damage & arson (39). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cottingham or Hull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 144 vs 317 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Public order while Hull had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (144 vs 317).

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