Hull vs Withernsea — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hull

HU1 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

577

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences231
  • Shoplifting76
  • Public order66

Withernsea

HU19 · East Riding of Yorkshire

50

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Criminal damage & arson6
  • Public order4

Withernsea has less crime — 50 vs 577 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded substantially more crime than Withernsea in February 2026 — 577 incidents compared to 50, a 11.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hull sees higher rates of Shoplifting (76), while Withernsea has more Criminal damage & arson (6). Hull sits above the national average for recorded crime while Withernsea is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hull or Withernsea safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Withernsea recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 50 vs 577 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Withernsea is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hull saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Withernsea had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Withernsea recorded fewer total crimes (50 vs 577).

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