Coningsby and Tattershall Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2024, Coningsby and Tattershall recorded a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 11.9% below the UK average of 8.4. This overall figure masks a nuanced picture, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. These incidents accounted for 41.1% of all reported crimes, highlighting the persistent challenge of managing personal safety in the area. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 26.8% of the total, a rate 38% higher than the national average. This discrepancy may reflect the built-up nature of the area, where concentrated populations and limited public spaces could exacerbate tensions. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely influences these patterns, as seen in the sharp rise in public order offences. While the overall rate remains stable compared to previous months, the breakdown reveals that certain crime types are affected by local conditions. For example, vehicle crime and burglary were both below UK averages, linked to the area’s rural or semi-rural character, which may deter opportunistic theft. However, the significant increase in anti-social behaviour and violence underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly during peak social periods. The data also shows that shoplifting and theft from the person were below UK levels, due to lower foot traffic in the area compared to urban centres. These findings illustrate the combination of geography, demographics, and seasonal trends in shaping the local crime profile.

May 2024 saw a dramatic 100% increase in public order offences, rising from one to two incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month. This surge aligns with the seasonal context of longer evenings and increased socialising, which may contribute to heightened disputes or alcohol-related incidents. Conversely, criminal damage and arson plummeted by 85.7%, from seven to one, potentially reflecting seasonal changes or reduced outdoor activity during May. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.1% of all crimes, though they were 6% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour also stood out, with rates 38% higher than the national average, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing community conduct. Shoplifting and theft from the person were both below UK averages, due to the area’s rural character and lower foot traffic compared to urban centres. These fluctuations illustrate how specific crime types respond differently to local and seasonal dynamics, even as the overall rate remains relatively low.

Coningsby and Tattershall's crime rate in May 2024 remained stable compared to April, dropping marginally from 7.5 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall criminal activity, though the breakdown reveals notable fluctuations in specific categories. Locally, 56 crimes were reported over 31 days, averaging roughly two incidents per day. This translates to one reported crime for every 136 residents over the course of the month—a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents for the area’s population of 7,608. While the daily rate appears low, the distribution across crime types highlights uneven patterns. For instance, anti-social behaviour and violence remain prominent, whereas vehicle crime and burglary dropped significantly. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that the area’s crime profile is relatively low compared to national averages, with 11.9% fewer incidents than the UK overall. However, the stark contrast in specific categories—such as public order offences surging by 100%—indicates that local factors may influence certain crime types more than others. This underscores the importance of examining individual categories rather than relying solely on aggregate figures when assessing community safety.