Is Cottingham South Safe?
Crime statistics for Cottingham South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 744 total crimes recorded in Cottingham South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Cottingham South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cottingham South safe?
Cottingham South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 744 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 22.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Cottingham South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Cottingham South in the last 12 months?
744 crimes were recorded in Cottingham South 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 22.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (608 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 306 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Cottingham South?
The most common crime in Cottingham South is Violent Crime, with 306 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.1% 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 South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Cottingham South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 22.4% — from 608 crimes in the previous 12 months to 744 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 South?
Cottingham South has a safety score of 10 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 South compare to the Humberside Police average?
Cottingham South has a safety score of 10/100, while the Humberside Police force area average is 20/100. Cottingham South 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 South?
24.6% of crimes recorded in Cottingham South 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 South?
306 violent crimes were recorded in Cottingham South in the last 12 months — representing 41.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 69 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 South last updated?
The crime data for Cottingham South was last updated in March 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 South with other areas?
You can compare Cottingham South 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.