Crime in South East Holderness: statistics, rates and trends
1,136 crimes were recorded in South East Holderness in the 12 months to July 2026, 77.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in South East Holderness at a glance
- Crime trends in South East Holderness
- Types of crime in South East Holderness
- South East Holderness compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in South East Holderness
- What happened after crimes were reported in South East Holderness
- Population and deprivation in South East Holderness
- Questions about crime in South East Holderness
- About this data
1,136 crimes were recorded in South East Holderness in the 12 months to July 2026, 77.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 547 reports (48% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, South East Holderness has the 1,955th highest crime rate.
| Measure | South East Holderness | East Riding of Yorkshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,136 | 21,952 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 77.3 | 61.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +12% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 14,705 | 355,884 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in South East Holderness was highest in the year to July 2018 (1,352 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (999). Over the whole period it fell 16%, 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 | 1,136 | 77.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,010 | 68.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,321 | 89.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,185 | 80.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 999 | 67.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,029 | 70.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,001 | 68.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,139 | 77.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,352 | 91.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 135 |
| June 2026 | 111 |
| May 2026 | 117 |
| April 2026 | 136 |
| March 2026 | 94 |
| February 2026 | 75 |
| January 2026 | 72 |
| December 2025 | 59 |
| November 2025 | 65 |
| October 2025 | 72 |
| September 2025 | 100 |
| August 2025 | 100 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in South East Holderness 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. Rates were well above the national level for public order, other crime.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+91%) and other crime (+44%). The largest falls were in burglary (-48%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 547 | 37.2 | 1.09 | +9% |
| Public order | 129 | 8.8 | 1.32 | +17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 126 | 8.6 | 0.56 | +38% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 105 | 7.1 | 1.05 | +6% |
| Other theft | 48 | 3.3 | 0.51 | -6% |
| Shoplifting | 44 | 3.0 | 0.36 | +91% |
| Other crime | 39 | 2.7 | 1.26 | +44% |
| Burglary | 33 | 2.2 | 0.63 | -48% |
| Vehicle crime | 27 | 1.8 | 0.37 | +17% |
| Drugs | 20 | 1.4 | 0.42 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 0.6 | 0.63 | +50% |
| Robbery | 7 | 0.5 | 0.35 | +75% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.1 | 0.17 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in South East Holderness
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. South East Holderness recorded 547 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (37.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 48.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in South East Holderness
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. South East Holderness recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 11.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in South East Holderness
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. South East Holderness recorded 126 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 11.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in South East Holderness
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. South East Holderness recorded 105 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in South East Holderness
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. South East Holderness recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in South East Holderness
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. South East Holderness recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 91% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in South East Holderness
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. South East Holderness recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in South East Holderness
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. South East Holderness recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in South East Holderness
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. South East Holderness recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in South East Holderness
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. South East Holderness recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in South East Holderness
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. South East Holderness recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in South East Holderness
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. South East Holderness recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in South East Holderness
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. South East Holderness recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to South East Holderness, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to South East Holderness.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs South East Holderness |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West Holderness | 680 | 47.9 | -38% |
| Mid Holderness | 520 | 37.4 | -52% |
| North Holderness | 625 | 59.0 | -24% |
| Cottingham South | 690 | 69.0 | -11% |
| Tranby | 737 | 68.6 | -11% |
| Cottingham North | 567 | 63.8 | -17% |
| Hessle | 1,058 | 63.5 | -18% |
| Willerby and Kirk Ella | 533 | 38.2 | -51% |
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 South East Holderness over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 49 |
| On or near Cherry Tree Avenue | 42 |
| On or near Waxholme Road | 42 |
| On or near Northfield | 37 |
| On or near Parking Area | 35 |
| On or near A1033 | 32 |
| On or near Ings Lane | 32 |
| On or near High Brighton Street | 31 |
| On or near Seaside Road | 27 |
| On or near Edward Street | 26 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in South East Holderness 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 | 469 | 41.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 228 | 20.1% |
| Under investigation | 142 | 12.5% |
| Not recorded | 126 | 11.1% |
| Local resolution | 42 | 3.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 37 | 3.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 36 | 3.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 24 | 2.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 18 | 1.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.4% |
South East Holderness has an estimated population of 14,705. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in South East Holderness sits in decile 3.6, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | South East Holderness |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 54.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 30.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 68.7% |
| Social rented homes | 11.8% |
| Private rented homes | 19.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.6 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 27.9% |
Is South East Holderness a safe place to live?
South East Holderness recorded 77.3 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 South East Holderness?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 547 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (129).
Is crime in South East Holderness going up or down?
Recorded crime in South East Holderness was up 12% on the year before: 1,136 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,010 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers South East Holderness?
South East Holderness 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 South East Holderness. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.