Cleethorpes Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cleethorpes' September 2023 crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents placed the area 30% above the UK average of 8.0, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.5% of all reported crimes, a category that was 61% higher than the UK average. This stark divergence from national trends suggests a unique local dynamic, potentially influenced by Cleethorpes' status as a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial areas. The prominence of violent crime may be linked to seasonal factors, as September marks the return to school and university term starts, which could contribute to increased social interactions and tensions in public spaces. Public order offences, at 1.5 per 1,000 residents, were 142% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the town's reliance on tourism and the associated pressures on local infrastructure during peak seasons. Criminal damage and arson also featured prominently, with 1.3 per 1,000 residents, 117% above the UK rate. These patterns align with Cleethorpes' character as a built-up area within North East Lincolnshire, where the proximity to the coast and the presence of retail and leisure facilities may create conditions conducive to such incidents. The data also reveals a combination of factors, including the seasonal transition to autumn, which may affect outdoor activity levels and the visibility of criminal opportunities. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the month-on-month decrease from 11.4 per 1,000 in August indicates some short-term progress, though the underlying trends suggest the need for sustained efforts to address the root causes of Cleethorpes' higher-than-average crime profile.

September saw a stark 175% increase in burglary, rising from 4 to 11 incidents, marking one of the most significant month-on-month jumps. Concurrently, possession of weapons surged by 150%, with reports rising from 2 to 5. These spikes contrast sharply with the 59.4% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 32 to 13 cases. The violent crime category, at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, was 61% above the UK average, a figure that highlights a critical divergence in Cleethorpes' crime profile compared to the national benchmark. Public order offences, at 1.5 per 1,000, were 142% above the UK rate, suggesting a need for focused interventions in areas where such incidents cluster. Bicycle theft fell by 42.9%, from 7 to 4 cases, possibly reflecting seasonal changes as the town transitions from summer to autumn. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the importance of real-time data in shaping community safety initiatives.

Cleethorpes' crime rate in September 2023 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 9.4% decrease from the previous month's 11.4 per 1,000. This decline, though notable, still places the area 30% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 10 crimes were reported each day in September, reflecting a persistent local challenge. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 97 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 29,734. While the month-on-month drop suggests some short-term mitigation, the rate remains significantly higher than the national benchmark. The population context reveals that even a small number of incidents can have a disproportionate impact in a relatively small community, particularly when concentrated in specific crime categories. This comparison underscores the need for targeted local strategies to address the drivers of Cleethorpes' elevated crime profile.