Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
67
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
HU13 · East Riding of Yorkshire
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Cottingham has less crime — 67 vs 100 incidents in February 2026.
Hessle saw somewhat more crime than Cottingham in February 2026 (100 vs 67 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Burglary (11) and Other theft (9), while Hessle has more Public order (15) and Shoplifting (12). 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, Cottingham recorded fewer crimes than Hessle — 67 vs 100 incidents. That is 33% 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 Burglary and Other theft while Hessle had more Public order and Shoplifting. Overall, Cottingham recorded fewer total crimes (67 vs 100).