Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
HU16 · East Riding of Yorkshire
67
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 67 incidents in February 2026.
Cottingham saw somewhat more crime than Hornsea in February 2026 (67 vs 53 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Cottingham sees higher rates of Burglary (11) and Other theft (9), 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 67 incidents. That is 21% 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 Burglary and Other theft while Hornsea had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Hornsea recorded fewer total crimes (53 vs 67).