Lincoln Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Lincoln recorded a crime rate of 14.4 per 1,000 residents, more than double the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This places the local authority district significantly above the national benchmark, with residents facing a 1-in-69 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.8% of total crimes), shoplifting (16.0%), and anti-social behaviour (15.5%). These patterns align with local dynamics, including the retail focus of the city centre, which may contribute to shoplifting incidents, and the nightlife activity in certain areas, which could partly explain the high rate of violent crimes. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime trends: the approach of Black Friday shopping may have increased opportunities for theft, while the darker evenings of November could have impacted public safety. The significant disparity between Lincoln’s rate and the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in high-risk areas. However, crime rates are influenced by a range of factors, including local demographics, policing strategies, and community engagement. direct causal links but highlights areas for further analysis.

November saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons increased by 60.0%, rising from 5 to 8 incidents, while bicycle theft surged by 55.6% (18 to 28). Vehicle crime also rose sharply, with a 42.3% increase (26 to 37), potentially linked to seasonal changes in vehicle usage or parking patterns. Conversely, burglary fell by 31.8% (44 to 30), and drug-related offences dropped by 27.5% (40 to 29), possibly reflecting the end of holiday-related activity or changes in enforcement. The rate of violence and sexual offences (5.2 per 1,000) was 102% above the UK average, and shoplifting (2.3 per 1,000) was 233% above, highlighting areas where local conditions may diverge significantly from national trends. For residents, the daily crime count of approximately 51 incidents offers a tangible measure of risk, illustrating the frequency of reported crimes in the area. These shifts underscore the importance of understanding local crime patterns, even as broader trends remain evident.

Lincoln’s crime rate in November 2024 (14.4 per 1,000) marked a 3.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 13.9 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 51 reported crimes, translating to a local figure that residents can contextualise in their daily lives. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 69 residents, a ratio that illustrates the frequency of incidents within the population. This monthly exposure metric, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, provides a clear snapshot of the risk faced by Lincoln’s residents. The population context is also critical: with 105,114 residents, the absolute number of crimes (1,518) may appear high, but the per-capita perspective reveals a rate that is nearly double the national average. This disparity suggests that local factors—such as the city’s role as a regional hub for retail, education, and transport—may contribute to higher crime levels compared to more rural or less densely populated areas. While direct causal links, these comparisons offer insights into how Lincoln’s unique characteristics shape its crime profile.