Louth Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Louth's crime rate for June 2025 stood at 10.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 23.5% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure, while stable compared to the previous month, underscores the area's position as one of the higher-risk locations nationally. The breakdown of crimes reveals a striking dominance of anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 36.2% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (31.6%) and criminal damage and arson (6.9%). These patterns may be influenced by the area's character as a small built-up town within East Lindsey, where community dynamics and seasonal changes can amplify certain types of crime. The rise in anti-social behaviour, which is 154% above the UK average, is likely linked to the start of the summer season, when social gatherings and nightlife activities increase. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the UK rate, were relatively concentrated, with 55 incidents recorded. This could reflect the impact of local events or the presence of transient populations during the early summer months. The data also shows a notable gap in property crimes, with vehicle crime 19% below the UK average, due to better security measures or lower vehicle density in the area. However, the sharp increase in burglary and vehicle crime, both rising by 150%, suggests a need for targeted interventions. These trends, combined with the seasonal context of June as the start of the tourism season, may indicate that the area's crime profile is shaped by a combination of local factors and national trends. The overall picture highlights the importance of understanding how specific crime types are influenced by both environmental and social conditions, even in relatively small communities.

June 2025 saw marked shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and vehicle crime both rising by 150% compared to the previous month, increasing from 2 to 5 incidents each. This surge, while significant, contrasts with a 50% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 24 to 12 cases. The decrease in shoplifting may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during early summer or improved retail security measures. Anti-social behaviour, the most prevalent category, was 154% above the UK average, with 63 incidents reported. This category, which includes disturbances and noise complaints, may be influenced by the start of the summer season, when social activities intensify. Conversely, vehicle crime was 19% below the UK average, reflecting better vehicle security practices or increased police patrols in the area. The data also reveals a 28.6% increase in other theft, which, while lower than the rise in burglary, indicates a broader trend in property-related crimes.

Louth's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, rising by just 1.7% from 9.8 to 10.0 per 1,000 residents. This slight increase, however, places the area 23.5% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent disparity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national averages due to the absence of UK-wide daily data. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a monthly exposure that underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population. This rate is notable when considered alongside Louth's population of 17,375, which means the crime burden is distributed across a community of manageable size but one that consistently experiences higher-than-average rates. The stability in the monthly rate suggests no immediate spikes, though the area's position above the UK average remains a concern for local authorities.