Hessle vs Owston — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hessle

HU13 · East Riding of Yorkshire

101

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences36
  • Public order16
  • Shoplifting12

Owston

DN6 · Doncaster

44

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Other theft6
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Owston has less crime — 44 vs 101 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hessle recorded notably higher crime than Owston in February 2026 — 101 vs 44 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hessle sees higher rates of Public order (16) and Shoplifting (12), while Owston has more Other theft (6) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hessle or Owston safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Owston recorded fewer crimes than Hessle — 44 vs 101 incidents. That is 56% 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 February 2026, Hessle saw higher rates of Public order and Shoplifting while Owston had more Other theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Owston recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 101).

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