Rural East Lindsey Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 38,549, the 154 crimes recorded in August 2025 equate to 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents—50.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This rate underscores the area’s position as a relatively safe built-up part of East Lindsey, though the seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month introduces potential complexities. The breakdown of crimes reveals a dominance of violent and anti-social incidents, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.7% of the total, followed by anti-social behaviour at 27.3%. These figures contrast sharply with the UK averages for both categories, which are 2.9 per 1,000 (violence) and 1.5 per 1,000 (anti-social behaviour), reflecting a consistent trend of lower rates in Rural East Lindsey. The seasonal factor of August, typically associated with increased tourism and holiday activity, may influence local crime patterns to the 0.3 per 1,000 burglary rate observed—slightly above the UK average but still low in absolute terms. The relative absence of property crime compared to violent crime may be partly explained by the area’s character as a built-up rural region with fewer commercial hubs, reducing opportunities for theft and burglary. However, the 10 burglary incidents reported in August, a 66.7% increase from the previous month, highlight the need for continued vigilance, particularly during periods when homes may be unoccupied. The overall crime profile suggests a community where violent and anti-social incidents remain the primary concern, with property crime playing a secondary but still notable role.

August 2025 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories, with possession of weapons increasing by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from 0 to 3 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the 11% above UK average rate for this category. Bicycle theft also doubled from 0 to 1 incident, a rare occurrence in the area that could signal seasonal changes or increased cycling activity during summer months. Conversely, other crime decreased by 50%, from 6 to 3 incidents, suggesting a possible reduction in low-level disputes or community interventions. The overall crime mix remained skewed towards violent and anti-social offences, with violence and sexual offences (35.7%) and anti-social behaviour (27.3%) dominating. These categories were both significantly below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences 51% below the national rate of 2.9 per 1,000. The property crime share (28.4%) was lower than the violent crime share (36.4%), a shift that may reflect the seasonal context of August, when tourism and holiday activity could influence local dynamics. For residents, the 5.1% increase in burglary from 6 to 10 incidents—despite remaining below the UK average—offers a concrete data point for understanding local security needs.

In August 2025, Rural East Lindsey recorded 154 crimes across its population of 38,549, translating to roughly 5 crimes reported each day. This equates to one reported crime for every 250 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. Compared to the previous month, the crime rate remained stable at 3.9 per 1,000, a 1.3% change, suggesting continuity in overall patterns. The daily crime count, while relatively low, highlights the frequency of incidents within a built-up area of East Lindsey. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents places the area significantly below the UK average of 8.1, reinforcing its position as a safer locale relative to national trends. This stability contrasts with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, which typically increases burglary risks due to empty homes. However, a direct link to this factor, as the burglary rate in August was 0.3 per 1,000, slightly above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. The consistency in crime rates between July and August suggests that local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may contribute to the sustained low levels of crime.