Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU10 · East Riding of Yorkshire
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU18 · East Riding of Yorkshire
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Hornsea has less crime — 53 vs 80 incidents in February 2026.
Cottingham recorded notably higher crime than Hornsea in February 2026 — 80 vs 53 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Hornsea has more Public order (10) and Anti-social behaviour (8). 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, Hornsea recorded fewer crimes than Cottingham — 53 vs 80 incidents. That is 34% fewer crimes. Hornsea is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Cottingham saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Hornsea had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Hornsea recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 80).