Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU10 · East Riding of Yorkshire
80
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU4 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull
179
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Cottingham has less crime — 80 vs 179 incidents in February 2026.
Hull recorded notably higher crime than Cottingham in February 2026 — 179 vs 80 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (11) and Criminal damage & arson (11), while Hull has more Burglary (21) and Public order (16). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 80 vs 179 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Cottingham 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 Hull had more Burglary and Public order. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (80 vs 179).