Hessle vs Owston — 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

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

40

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Criminal damage & arson8
  • Drugs3

Owston has less crime — 40 vs 152 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Hessle recorded substantially more crime than Owston in April 2026 — 152 incidents compared to 40, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hessle sees higher rates of Public order (22), while Owston has more Drugs (3). 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 Owston safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Owston recorded fewer crimes than Hessle — 40 vs 152 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Owston is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hessle saw higher rates of Public order while Owston had more Drugs. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (40 vs 152).

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