Hull vs Hull — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hull

HU7 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

317

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Criminal damage & arson39
  • Shoplifting36

Hull

HU8 · City of Kingston-upon-Hull

222

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences83
  • Shoplifting26
  • Criminal damage & arson20

Hull has less crime — 222 vs 317 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Hull saw somewhat more crime than Hull in February 2026 (317 vs 222 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Hull records significantly more (128 vs 83 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hull or Hull safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Hull recorded fewer crimes than Hull — 222 vs 317 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Hull is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Hull recorded 128 incidents of this type vs 83 in Hull. Overall, Hull had fewer total crimes (222 vs 317).

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