Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU12 · East Riding of Yorkshire
3
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Burstwick has less crime — 3 vs 67 incidents in February 2026.
Cottingham recorded substantially more crime than Burstwick in February 2026 — 67 incidents compared to 3, a 22.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Burstwick sees higher rates of Public order (1) and Weapons possession (1), while Cottingham has more Burglary (11) and Other theft (9). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Burstwick recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 3 vs 67 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Burstwick is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Burstwick saw higher rates of Public order and Weapons possession while Cottingham had more Burglary and Other theft. Overall, Burstwick recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 67).