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

HU6 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

388

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences148
  • Criminal damage & arson39
  • Burglary38

Hessle has less crime — 152 vs 388 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded substantially more crime than Hessle in April 2026 — 388 incidents compared to 152, a 2.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hessle sees higher rates of Public order (22), while Hull has more Burglary (38). 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 388 incidents. That is 61% 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 Public order while Hull had more Burglary. Overall, Hessle recorded fewer total crimes (152 vs 388).

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