Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU17 · East Riding of Yorkshire
190
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
DN16 · North Lincolnshire
299
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Cottingham has less crime — 190 vs 299 incidents in April 2026.
North Lincolnshire recorded notably higher crime than Cottingham in April 2026 — 299 vs 190 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (45) and Criminal damage & arson (17), while North Lincolnshire has more Anti-social behaviour (38) and Public order (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than North Lincolnshire — 190 vs 299 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. North Lincolnshire is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while North Lincolnshire had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (190 vs 299).