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

HU8 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

283

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences119
  • Shoplifting38
  • Other theft25

Hessle has less crime — 152 vs 283 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded notably higher crime than Hessle in April 2026 — 283 vs 152 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hessle sees higher rates of Public order (22) and Criminal damage & arson (15), while Hull has more Shoplifting (38) and Other theft (25). 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 283 incidents. That is 46% 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 and Criminal damage & arson while Hull had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Hessle recorded fewer total crimes (152 vs 283).

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