Skegness Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Skegness's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 15.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure 83.5% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This stark divergence underscores the area's distinct challenges in crime prevention. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38% of all reported incidents, with 136 cases recorded, a rate of 5.9 per 1,000 that is 102% above the national average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 25.4% of total crimes, with 91 incidents reported at a rate of 4.0 per 1,000—170% above the UK average. These figures align with Skegness's character as a coastal town experiencing seasonal fluctuations in population, particularly during the summer months when tourism begins. The surge in anti-social behaviour and public order offences may be partially explained by the influx of visitors, longer daylight hours, and increased activity in public spaces. While property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting accounted for 10.1% of the total (18 incidents each), their rates remain significantly higher than the UK average. The data also reveals a notable absence of theft from the person and robbery, both of which are 100% below the national average, suggesting that the area's retail and public spaces may not be as targeted for such crimes. However, the persistent elevation in violent and anti-social crimes indicates a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas frequented by tourists and locals alike. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of the summer and the beginning of the tourism season—likely contributes to these patterns, as the town's infrastructure and policing resources may be stretched during peak visitor months.

June 2023 saw a sharp 59.6% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 57 to 91 incidents, a trend likely linked to the start of the summer season and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Robbery also rose by 100%, with one incident reported in the month compared to none in May. Vehicle crime doubled from six to 12, possibly tied to increased tourism and more cars on the road. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 84.6%, from 52 to 8, an anomaly that may reflect seasonal shifts in illicit activity. The violent crime category, which accounts for 38% of all incidents, remains 102% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in addressing aggression and sexual offences in the area. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal trends and local policing efforts.

Skegness's crime rate in June 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, rising by 0.8% from 15.5 to 15.6 per 1,000 residents. This slight increase, however, does not signal a significant shift in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 12 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 64 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the density of incidents relative to the town's population of 22,885. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the stability between June 2023 and May 2023 suggests that underlying patterns may be consistent rather than escalating. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the elevated rate, the absolute number of crimes per resident remains a manageable figure for a town of this size.