Is Cottingham North Safe?
Crime statistics for Cottingham North. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,914 total crimes recorded in Cottingham North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Cottingham North — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cottingham North safe?
Cottingham North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 17/100, rated High Crime. A total of 730 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 15.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Cottingham North are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Cottingham North in the last 12 months?
730 crimes were recorded in Cottingham North in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 15.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (631 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 739 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Cottingham North?
The most common crime in Cottingham North is Violent Crime, with 739 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 101.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Cottingham North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Cottingham North is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 15.7% — from 631 crimes in the previous 12 months to 730 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Cottingham North?
Cottingham North has a safety score of 17 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Cottingham North compare to the Humberside Police average?
Cottingham North has a safety score of 17/100, while the Humberside Police force area average is 22/100. Cottingham North is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Cottingham North?
44.3% of crimes recorded in Cottingham North resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Humberside Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Cottingham North?
739 violent crimes were recorded in Cottingham North in the last 12 months — representing 101.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 288 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Cottingham North last updated?
The crime data for Cottingham North was last updated in May 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Cottingham North with other areas?
You can compare Cottingham North with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.