Statistics released by Hull City Council's show that besides reduced re-offending rates, there has been a reduction of 18 per cent in first time entrants into the criminal justice system, since 2007/08.
Meanwhile there has been a reduction of 13 per cent in the use of custody, since 2007/08 and an increase of 10 per cent of young offenders in education, training and employment.
Nick Metcalfe, YOT manager, said the use of restorative justice methods is believed to have made a difference.
He said: "These figures show real improvements in the numbers of young people going on to commit further offences.
"We are pleased that our hard work is paying off, and I believe that the use of restorative practices is having a positive impact."
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