Crime in West Carr: statistics, rates and trends
1,768 crimes were recorded in West Carr in the 12 months to July 2026, 138.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in West Carr at a glance
- Crime trends in West Carr
- Types of crime in West Carr
- West Carr compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in West Carr
- What happened after crimes were reported in West Carr
- Population and deprivation in West Carr
- Questions about crime in West Carr
- About this data
1,768 crimes were recorded in West Carr in the 12 months to July 2026, 138.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher 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 716 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, West Carr has the 556th highest crime rate.
| Measure | West Carr | Kingston upon Hull, City of | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,768 | 37,897 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 138.0 | 137.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 12,808 | 275,401 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in West Carr was highest in the year to July 2022 (2,389 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (1,710). Over the whole period it fell 0%, 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 | 1,768 | 138.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,710 | 133.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,975 | 154.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,105 | 164.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,389 | 186.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,846 | 144.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,861 | 145.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,300 | 179.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,771 | 138.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 186 |
| June 2026 | 161 |
| May 2026 | 211 |
| April 2026 | 157 |
| March 2026 | 158 |
| February 2026 | 128 |
| January 2026 | 107 |
| December 2025 | 118 |
| November 2025 | 135 |
| October 2025 | 144 |
| September 2025 | 100 |
| August 2025 | 163 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in West Carr 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 violence and sexual offences, criminal damage and arson, public order.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+54%) and other theft (+35%). The largest falls were in robbery (-26%) and criminal damage and arson (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 716 | 55.9 | 1.63 | +0% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 194 | 15.1 | 2.23 | -18% |
| Public order | 166 | 13.0 | 1.95 | +18% |
| Shoplifting | 159 | 12.4 | 1.50 | +54% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 136 | 10.6 | 0.69 | -3% |
| Burglary | 104 | 8.1 | 2.30 | -13% |
| Other theft | 97 | 7.6 | 1.18 | +35% |
| Other crime | 55 | 4.3 | 2.03 | +31% |
| Vehicle crime | 51 | 4.0 | 0.81 | +9% |
| Drugs | 31 | 2.4 | 0.74 | +72% |
| Bicycle theft | 28 | 2.2 | 2.66 | -7% |
| Robbery | 17 | 1.3 | 0.98 | -26% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.5 | 0.56 | -46% |
| Theft from the person | 7 | 0.5 | 0.32 | -22% |
Violence and sexual offences in West Carr
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. West Carr recorded 716 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (55.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 40.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in West Carr
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. West Carr recorded 194 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 11.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in West Carr
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. West Carr recorded 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in West Carr
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. West Carr recorded 159 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 54% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in West Carr
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. West Carr recorded 136 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in West Carr
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. West Carr recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in West Carr
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. West Carr recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in West Carr
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. West Carr recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in West Carr
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. West Carr recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in West Carr
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. West Carr recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 72% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in West Carr
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. West Carr recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in West Carr
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. West Carr recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in West Carr
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. West Carr recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in West Carr
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. West Carr recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to West Carr, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to West Carr.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs West Carr |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carr | 2,076 | 125.3 | -9% |
| Kingswood | 603 | 67.1 | -51% |
| Sutton | 917 | 76.4 | -45% |
| Beverley & Newland | 2,440 | 131.2 | -5% |
| Holderness | 1,138 | 89.1 | -35% |
| Orchard Park | 2,437 | 137.4 | -0% |
| University | 1,015 | 94.0 | -32% |
| Ings | 1,254 | 113.1 | -18% |
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 West Carr over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 228 |
| On or near Axminster Close | 75 |
| On or near Parking Area | 75 |
| On or near Littleham Close | 70 |
| On or near Sheldon Close | 55 |
| On or near Stroud Crescent East | 54 |
| On or near Dalwood Close | 48 |
| On or near Stroud Crescent West | 47 |
| On or near Dulverton Close | 44 |
| On or near Roborough Close | 43 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in West Carr 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 | 671 | 38.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 481 | 27.2% |
| Under investigation | 171 | 9.7% |
| Not recorded | 136 | 7.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 110 | 6.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 54 | 3.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 50 | 2.8% |
| Local resolution | 45 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 35 | 2.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
West Carr has an estimated population of 12,808. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in West Carr sits in decile 3.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | West Carr |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 57.9% |
| Social rented homes | 28.8% |
| Private rented homes | 12.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.5 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 52.9% |
Is West Carr a safe place to live?
West Carr recorded 138.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 West Carr?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 716 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (194).
Is crime in West Carr going up or down?
Recorded crime in West Carr was up 3% on the year before: 1,768 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,710 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers West Carr?
West Carr 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 West Carr. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.