Hessle vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hessle

HU13 · East Riding of Yorkshire

152

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Public order22
  • Criminal damage & arson15

Hull

HU2 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

790

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences291
  • Public order112
  • Shoplifting76

Hessle has less crime — 152 vs 790 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded substantially more crime than Hessle in April 2026 — 790 incidents compared to 152, a 5.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hessle sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15), while Hull has more Shoplifting (76). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hessle or Hull safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hessle recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 152 vs 790 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hessle saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Hull had more Shoplifting. Overall, Hessle recorded fewer total crimes (152 vs 790).

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