Carlton in Lindrick Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,708 residents, Carlton in Lindrick recorded 46 crimes in May 2025, translating to 8.1 crimes per 1,000 people—exactly matching the UK average. This figure equates to roughly one crime for every 124 residents over the course of the month, a measure that situates the area within typical national patterns for built-up areas. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (23.9% of total), criminal damage and arson (21.7%), and anti-social behaviour (19.6%), with shoplifting (17.4%) and burglary (4.4%) also contributing notably. Seasonal factors may partly explain these patterns, as May’s extended evenings and bank holidays could drive increased socialising and outdoor activity, influencing incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the area’s crime rate remains consistent with the UK average, suggesting no significant deviation from national trends. While violent crime rates were 33% below the UK average, property-related crimes such as shoplifting and criminal damage were elevated, with shoplifting rates 109% above the national average and criminal damage and arson 200% higher. These disparities may reflect local characteristics, such as the presence of retail outlets or community spaces that could contribute to specific crime types. The data illustrates a balanced crime profile for a small built-up area, with no single category dominating to an extreme extent.

May 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to April, with three categories experiencing 100% increases: burglary (from 1 to 2), possession of weapons (from 0 to 2), and shoplifting (from 0 to 8). This surge in shoplifting, which now accounts for 17.4% of all reported crimes, is 109% above the UK average, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local retail security measures. Conversely, other theft dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), and violence and sexual offences fell by 38.9% (from 18 to 11), possibly reflecting seasonal changes or targeted community interventions. The stark contrast between shoplifting and other theft rates—both involving property but differing in magnitude—highlights the need for tailored strategies to address specific crime types. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson remained 200% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s built-up nature and the presence of public spaces that could be targeted. These findings underscore the complexity of local crime dynamics, where certain categories rise sharply while others decline, requiring nuanced responses from local authorities.

The crime rate in May 2025 (8.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 9.7% decrease from April’s rate of 8.9 per 1,000, marking a modest but measurable decline. Over the course of the month, this translated to approximately one crime per day, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. When viewed in population terms, the 1-in-124 resident ratio suggests that while crime is not absent, it is not excessively prevalent for an area of this size. This monthly exposure is comparable to other small built-up areas across the UK, where similar population scales and crime rates are common. The decline from April may be attributed to the conclusion of school holidays or the stabilisation of seasonal factors, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays typically correlate with increased outdoor activity. However, the persistence of elevated rates for certain crimes—particularly shoplifting and criminal damage—indicates that localised challenges remain. These patterns, when contextualised against the broader UK landscape, highlight the need for targeted measures to address specific vulnerabilities while maintaining the overall downward trend observed in recent months.