Crime in Howdenshire: statistics, rates and trends
790 crimes were recorded in Howdenshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Howdenshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Howdenshire
- Types of crime in Howdenshire
- Howdenshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Howdenshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Howdenshire
- Population and deprivation in Howdenshire
- Questions about crime in Howdenshire
- About this data
790 crimes were recorded in Howdenshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 422 reports (53% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Howdenshire has the 3,043rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Howdenshire | East Riding of Yorkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 790 | 21,952 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 49.5 | 61.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 15,961 | 355,884 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Howdenshire was highest in the year to July 2026 (790 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (569). Over the whole period it rose 21%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 790 | 49.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 765 | 47.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 733 | 45.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 627 | 39.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 569 | 35.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 709 | 44.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 722 | 45.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 696 | 43.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 655 | 41.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 90 |
| June 2026 | 86 |
| May 2026 | 73 |
| April 2026 | 57 |
| March 2026 | 54 |
| February 2026 | 64 |
| January 2026 | 48 |
| December 2025 | 52 |
| November 2025 | 80 |
| October 2025 | 61 |
| September 2025 | 75 |
| August 2025 | 50 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Howdenshire over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in other theft (+32%) and violence and sexual offences (+12%). The largest falls were in burglary (-48%) and other crime (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 422 | 26.4 | 0.77 | +12% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 84 | 5.3 | 0.78 | +1% |
| Other theft | 79 | 4.9 | 0.77 | +32% |
| Public order | 73 | 4.6 | 0.69 | -19% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 34 | 2.1 | 0.14 | -11% |
| Other crime | 30 | 1.9 | 0.89 | -29% |
| Vehicle crime | 20 | 1.3 | 0.25 | -17% |
| Burglary | 17 | 1.1 | 0.30 | -48% |
| Drugs | 13 | 0.8 | 0.25 | +44% |
| Shoplifting | 10 | 0.6 | 0.08 | +67% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.3 | 0.32 | +400% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.1 | 0.09 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Howdenshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Howdenshire recorded 422 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 53.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Howdenshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Howdenshire recorded 84 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Howdenshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Howdenshire recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 32% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Howdenshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Howdenshire recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Howdenshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Howdenshire recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Howdenshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Howdenshire recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Howdenshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Howdenshire recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Howdenshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Howdenshire recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Howdenshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Howdenshire recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Howdenshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Howdenshire recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Howdenshire
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Howdenshire recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Howdenshire
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Howdenshire recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Howdenshire
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Howdenshire recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Howdenshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Howdenshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Howdenshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howden | 447 | 72.2 | +46% |
| Goole North | 768 | 67.7 | +37% |
| Goole South | 1,592 | 140.1 | +183% |
| Dale | 547 | 27.9 | -44% |
| Wolds Weighton | 802 | 45.0 | -9% |
| South Hunsley | 454 | 39.5 | -20% |
| Snaith, Airmyn, Rawcliffe and Marshland | 584 | 56.7 | +15% |
| Pocklington Provincial | 612 | 30.3 | -39% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Howdenshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Beck Road | 226 |
| On or near Jet Park Way | 31 |
| On or near Manor Drive | 15 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 15 |
| On or near Chapel Garth | 14 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 14 |
| On or near Snowdrop Garth | 13 |
| On or near Station Road | 13 |
| On or near Moor End | 12 |
| On or near Back Lane | 11 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Howdenshire over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 257 | 32.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 161 | 20.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 154 | 19.5% |
| Under investigation | 91 | 11.5% |
| Not recorded | 34 | 4.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 34 | 4.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 32 | 4.1% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 1.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 0.5% |
Howdenshire has an estimated population of 15,961. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Howdenshire sits in decile 6.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Howdenshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.8% |
| Social rented homes | 7.3% |
| Private rented homes | 12.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.8 |
Is Howdenshire a safe place to live?
Howdenshire recorded 49.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Howdenshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 422 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (84).
Is crime in Howdenshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Howdenshire was up 3% on the year before: 790 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 765 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Howdenshire?
Howdenshire is policed by Humberside. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Howdenshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.