Louth Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Louth's overall crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents placed it 22.1% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure highlights a combination of property and violent crime, with the latter slightly dominating. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.4% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.6%) and criminal damage and arson (12.2%). These statistics suggest a pattern where public disorder and targeted acts of aggression are more prevalent than property-related incidents. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the clocks going back, and the approach of Halloween—likely contributes to increased anti-social behaviour and property damage. Louth, as a built-up area within East Lindsey, may see heightened activity in public spaces during these months, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or community events. The relatively low rates of burglary (1.2%) and vehicle crime (3.1%) compared to UK averages suggest that property crime in Louth is more concentrated in specific locations, such as retail centres or areas with transient populations. This balance between violent and property crime may reflect the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, where community tensions and commercial interests intersect. The data also underscores the need for targeted interventions in sectors like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which are significantly above national averages. Understanding these trends requires careful consideration of local factors, such as the impact of seasonal transitions and the dynamics of public spaces.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 150% from 8 to 20 incidents. This surge, combined with a 100% increase in robbery cases (from 0 to 1), points to a notable shift in crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour, while still high at 42 reports, decreased by 8.7% compared to the previous month, possibly due to local initiatives or seasonal factors. The crime mix reveals a striking imbalance: violent crimes (58) narrowly outpaced property crimes (52), with violence and sexual offences alone making up nearly a third of all reported incidents. This dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences are 24% below Louth's rate. The data also shows anti-social behaviour in Louth is 90% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the area's unique social dynamics. For residents, the 150% increase in criminal damage and arson is a concrete data point that highlights the need for community vigilance and targeted policing in areas prone to vandalism. Vehicle crime, though lower than the UK average by 29%, saw a 66.7% increase from 3 to 5 incidents, suggesting a potential link to seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle movement during October. These shifts underscore the importance of monitoring both violent and property crime trends to address emerging risks effectively.

Louth's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 6.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.9 per 1,000. This upward trend, while modest, places Louth significantly above the UK average, with a 22.1% gap that remains consistent with earlier months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, reflects the persistent nature of local crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 106 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the national average. Given Louth's population of 17,375, this statistic illustrates the impact of crime on individual residents, particularly in densely populated areas. The comparison to the UK average reveals stark contrasts in specific categories: anti-social behaviour in Louth is 90% above the national average, and criminal damage and arson are 114% above. These figures highlight the area's unique challenges, which may be influenced by local factors such as the density of public spaces or the timing of community events. While some categories, like vehicle crime and burglary, are below UK averages, the overall picture remains one of above-average crime rates. For residents, this comparison underscores the importance of understanding local crime trends in the context of broader national patterns, while also recognizing the need for tailored solutions to address Louth's specific issues.