Is Howdenshire Safe?
Crime statistics for Howdenshire. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 1,261 total crimes recorded in Howdenshire
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Howdenshire — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Howdenshire safe?
Howdenshire has a CrimeRadar safety score of 41/100, rated Below Average. A total of 536 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 26.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Howdenshire are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Howdenshire in the last 12 months?
536 crimes were recorded in Howdenshire in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 26.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (725 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 648 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Howdenshire?
The most common crime in Howdenshire is Violent Crime, with 648 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 120.9% 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 Howdenshire increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Howdenshire is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 26.1% — from 725 crimes in the previous 12 months to 536 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Howdenshire?
Howdenshire has a safety score of 41 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Howdenshire compare to the Humberside Police average?
Howdenshire has a safety score of 41/100, while the Humberside Police force area average is 22/100. Howdenshire is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Howdenshire?
53.8% of crimes recorded in Howdenshire 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 Howdenshire?
648 violent crimes were recorded in Howdenshire in the last 12 months — representing 120.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 54 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 Howdenshire last updated?
The crime data for Howdenshire 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 Howdenshire with other areas?
You can compare Howdenshire 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.