Skegness Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Skegness, a coastal built-up area within East Lindsey, recorded 338 crimes in April 2024, equating to a crime rate of 14.8 per 1,000 residents—nearly double the UK average of 7.7. This figure translates to one crime for every 68 residents over the course of the month, underscoring the significant presence of criminal activity in a community of 22,885. The most common crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 34% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (32.8%). These patterns are consistent with Skegness’s character as a coastal town with seasonal fluctuations in population, particularly during Easter and spring. The high rate of anti-social behaviour may reflect increased public interaction during holiday periods, while the dominance of violent crimes could be linked to the area’s social infrastructure and the pressures of a transient population. Seasonal factors, such as warmer weather and Easter-related events, likely contribute to the elevated levels of both property and violent crime. The UK average comparison highlights the area’s distinct challenges, with anti-social behaviour and violence far exceeding national benchmarks, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in public spaces and community engagement strategies.

April 2024 saw sharp increases in robbery (+200%), vehicle crime (+157%), and bicycle theft (+150%) compared to March, with vehicle crime reaching 18 incidents. These rises align with seasonal patterns, as spring weather and Easter-related activity may have increased opportunities for such crimes. Conversely, public order offences fell by 56.7%, and shoplifting dropped by 47.1%, suggesting a shift in criminal focus during the month. Anti-social behaviour remains high, at 310% above the UK average, while shoplifting is the only category below the UK rate (40% below). This contrast highlights the complex mix of local challenges, with anti-social behaviour likely linked to the area’s social dynamics and the Easter period’s impact on public spaces.

Skegness recorded 338 crimes in April 2024, marking a 2.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 14.4 per 1,000 residents. This translates to approximately 11 crimes reported each day, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 68 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents in a community of 22,885. When scaled to population size, this rate is higher than the UK average, though the monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of how often residents may encounter crime. The built-up nature of Skegness, combined with its coastal location and seasonal visitor influx, likely contributes to the sustained level of incidents, particularly during periods of increased outdoor activity such as Easter. This context helps frame the data as a reflection of local patterns rather than isolated spikes.