Coningsby and Tattershall Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 7,608 residents, 34 crimes were reported in Coningsby and Tattershall during December 2023—a rate of 4.5 crimes per 1,000 people. This figure is 37.5% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (15 incidents, 44.1% of total), followed by other crime (6 incidents, 17.7%) and other theft (5 incidents, 14.7%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up rural district with limited urban density, where community cohesion may contribute to lower overall crime rates. Seasonal factors such as Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and holiday-related absences from homes likely influenced the crime mix. While property crime (11 incidents) was less prevalent than violent crime (15 incidents), the breakdown shows a notable shift in the crime profile compared to previous months, with violence and sexual offences making up a larger share of total incidents than usual. This could reflect local dynamics such as increased social interactions during the festive season or the impact of dark winter evenings on visibility and policing efforts. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average suggests that the area’s geographic isolation and smaller population size may limit opportunities for certain types of crime, though targeted incidents like shoplifting and other theft remain areas of concern.

December 2023 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+200%), other theft (+150%), and other crime (+100%) compared to November, while vehicle crime fell by 85.7%, anti-social behaviour by 77.8%, and violence and sexual offences by 25%. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal pressures and localized factors. The 200% rise in shoplifting, for instance, may be linked to increased foot traffic during the Christmas shopping period, despite the area’s generally low crime profile. Conversely, the steep decline in vehicle crime could reflect reduced car usage during the holiday season or the impact of local initiatives targeting parking areas. Violence and sexual offences—though still below the UK average by 24%—accounted for a larger share of total crimes than in previous months, suggesting a temporary shift in crime dynamics. Other crime, which was 567% above the UK average, includes categories like public order offences or nuisance complaints, which may be more prevalent in smaller communities where local disputes are more visible. Meanwhile, shoplifting’s 18% deficit compared to the UK average underscores the area’s limited retail presence, with fewer high-traffic commercial zones to attract such incidents. These findings illustrate how specific local conditions, from population density to seasonal rhythms, shape crime patterns in ways distinct from national averages.

The crime rate in December 2023 (4.5 per 1,000) was 24.4% lower than the previous month’s rate of 5.9 per 1,000, indicating a sustained decline in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day over the 31-day period—a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of crime in even small communities. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 224 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that contextualizes the impact of crime on a personal level. This monthly exposure rate is particularly meaningful for residents, as it highlights that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to larger urban areas. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that, despite the absolute number of crimes appearing modest, the rate remains consistent with the area’s historical profile as a low-crime built-up district. The comparison to the UK average further emphasizes this distinction, with the area’s overall rate being 37.5% below the national figure. This disparity is reinforced by the breakdown of specific crime types, where categories like burglary and vehicle crime were significantly below UK averages by margins exceeding 70%. These figures collectively illustrate a community where crime is infrequent but not absent, shaped by factors such as geographic isolation, limited commercial activity, and seasonal fluctuations in population movement.