Lincoln Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lincoln’s December 2025 crime rate of 12.5 per 1,000 residents places it 78.6% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 7.0. For a population of 105,114, this equates to 1,311 crimes—approximately 1.25 incidents per resident over the course of the month. The most prevalent offences were violence and sexual offences (33.6% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (23%), and shoplifting (13.3%). These patterns align with Lincoln’s character as a historic city with a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, where high foot traffic in the town centre and the proximity of university campuses may contribute to certain crime types. The surge in anti-social behaviour, which was 212% above the UK average, likely reflects the impact of seasonal factors such as the Christmas party season and extended dark evenings. Similarly, shoplifting’s decline may be attributed to heightened retail security measures during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences, however, remained high, a trend consistent with the area’s demographic profile and the pressures of social isolation during winter months. The data suggests that while some crime types are influenced by temporary seasonal factors, others may require long-term strategies to address underlying community tensions.

December 2025 saw stark fluctuations in specific crime categories, with theft from the person surging by 100% (1 to 2 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 83.3% (6 to 11). These increases, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened tensions during the festive season or shifts in policing focus. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 30.4% (250 to 174), potentially linked to improved retail security measures or the timing of Christmas shopping. Violent crimes, which accounted for 33.6% of all offences, remained 63% above the UK average (4.2 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a persistent challenge for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour, at 23% of total crimes, was 212% above the national rate, underscoring the need for community engagement strategies in areas with high foot traffic. Vehicle crime was 19% below the UK average, due to reduced outdoor activity during colder evenings.

Lincoln's December 2025 crime rate of 12.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 5.9% decline from the previous month’s 13.3, reflecting a slight moderation in criminal activity. This reduction is notable given the seasonal context of the holiday period, which typically sees spikes in retail and alcohol-related offences. On a daily basis, 42 crimes were reported, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area despite the drop. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 80 residents, a ratio that highlights the scale of exposure for the local population. With a population of 105,114, this translates to 1,311 crimes in total—a number that, while lower than the previous month, remains significantly above the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Lincoln’s residents face a crime rate more than double the national average, suggesting systemic factors that may require targeted interventions.