Cottingham vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Cottingham

HU10 · East Riding of Yorkshire

80

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Shoplifting11
  • Criminal damage & arson11

Hull

HU4 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

179

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences85
  • Burglary21
  • Public order16

Cottingham has less crime — 80 vs 179 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

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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Frequently asked questions

Is Cottingham or Hull safer?

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.

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

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).

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