Hull vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hull

HU2 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

724

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences291
  • Public order89
  • Shoplifting86

Hull

HU4 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

179

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences85
  • Burglary21
  • Public order16

Hull has less crime — 179 vs 724 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hull recorded substantially more crime than Hull in February 2026 — 724 incidents compared to 179, a 4.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hull sees higher rates of Shoplifting (86), while Hull has more Burglary (21). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hull or Hull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hull recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 179 vs 724 incidents. That is 75% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hull saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Hull had more Burglary. Overall, Hull recorded fewer total crimes (179 vs 724).

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