Coningsby and Tattershall Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a continuation of the trend observed in recent months, with Coningsby and Tattershall recording a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents—29.7% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This built-up area within East Lindsey, a rural district of Lincolnshire, maintains a consistently lower crime rate than the national average, a pattern consistent with its character as a small, low-density community with limited commercial activity. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.1% of all reported incidents (15 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (26.5%, 9 cases) and shoplifting (11.8%, 4 cases). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate compared to busier periods. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests ongoing challenges in community safety that may relate to local social dynamics or limited policing resources in rural areas. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.3 per 1,000, meaning this area’s rate is 14% below the national figure, though the proportion of violent crime remains higher than the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect the area’s demographic profile, where smaller communities can experience concentrated incidents of violence even at lower overall rates. The relatively low property crime rate (8 cases, 23.5% of total) aligns with the area’s rural nature, where fewer commercial premises and less foot traffic reduce opportunities for theft. Seasonal factors, such as the closure of local businesses during winter and reduced tourism, may further suppress property crime compared to summer months. The absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary, which are common in urban centres, reinforces the area’s distinct crime profile. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting—despite the low overall rate—raises questions about localized retail vulnerabilities, linked to the area’s proximity to larger towns where stolen goods might be resold. The data underscores the need for tailored strategies addressing both violent crime and retail security in this unique rural setting.

February 2026 saw a dramatic 300% increase in shoplifting, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, a stark contrast to the 66.7% declines in criminal damage and arson (from 3 to 1) and vehicle crime (from 3 to 1). This sharp shift in crime mix suggests a seasonal realignment, with shoplifting becoming more prominent during the winter months when local retail outlets may be less frequented by tourists or commuters. The overall crime rate, while remaining 29.7% below the UK average, shows a marked shift in the balance between violent and property crime: violence and sexual offences dropped by 34.8% (from 23 to 15), but anti-social behaviour increased by 32% above the UK average, with 9 cases compared to the national average of 0.9 per 1,000. This 32% gap in anti-social behaviour highlights a local challenge, as the UK average for this category is 0.9 per 1,000, while the area recorded 1.2 per 1,000. The increase in shoplifting—despite the overall crime rate decline—raises practical concerns for local businesses, as the 4 incidents represent a 14% increase in the UK average for this category. A resident might note that while violent crime has decreased, the rise in shoplifting could indicate a need for enhanced retail security measures. The simultaneous drop in vehicle crime and criminal damage may reflect the impact of colder weather, which typically reduces outdoor activities and the likelihood of such offences. These trends illustrate how local conditions, from seasonal patterns to community-specific dynamics, shape crime profiles in ways distinct from national averages.

In February 2026, the crime rate in Coningsby and Tattershall fell by 15.0% compared to January’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000, marking a continued decline from the previous month. This reduction places the area’s current rate at 4.5 per 1,000, a level that, when scaled to the local population of 7,608 residents, means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 224 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of the crime rate’s impact on residents: for every 224 people, one incident was recorded, a figure that is lower than the UK average when adjusted for population density. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in February, a rate that is likely influenced by the region’s small population and limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. The previous month’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000—combined with the current 4.5 per 1,000—illustrates a steady improvement in local safety, though the pace of decline may be affected by seasonal factors. The contrast with the UK average is stark: while the national rate remains at 6.4 per 1,000, the area’s performance is consistently stronger, particularly in categories like vehicle crime (71% below the UK average) and public order offences (76% below). However, the area’s anti-social behaviour rate (32% above the UK average) suggests that certain localised challenges persist, even as the overall picture remains positive. This interplay between national trends and local conditions highlights the importance of context in interpreting crime statistics, as the same rate can carry different implications depending on the community’s size, geography, and demographic profile.