Cleethorpes Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cleethorpes’ crime rate in April 2024 stood at 11.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.2% above the UK average of 7.7. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area’s distinct challenges, which may stem from its coastal location and blend of residential and commercial zones. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 46.9% of all incidents, with a rate of 5.5 per 1,000—115% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime could be influenced by factors such as the area’s proximity to major transport routes or the presence of transient populations. Criminal damage and arson followed closely, contributing 11.4% of total crimes and exceeding the UK average by 137%. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—may have amplified outdoor activity, increasing opportunities for public order offences and property crimes. However, the data also reveals pockets of lower-than-average crime, such as anti-social behaviour, which was 43% below the UK rate. This mixed picture suggests that while certain factors consistently elevate crime in Cleethorpes, others may be mitigated by local initiatives or demographic characteristics. The interplay between these trends warrants further analysis to inform targeted interventions.

April 2024 saw a sharp 150% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge may align with the arrival of spring, when cycling activity typically rises. Concurrently, robbery incidents doubled, a 100% increase from one to two cases, suggesting a possible link to seasonal changes in outdoor activity or targeted behaviour. In contrast, public order offences fell by 21.1%, from 38 to 30, potentially reflecting the impact of Easter-related events or community initiatives. Violent crime in Cleethorpes continues to be 115% above the UK average, with 5.5 per 1,000 residents affected. This stark disparity highlights the area’s unique challenges compared to national trends. Possession of weapons dropped by 83.3%, from six to one incident, indicating a temporary reduction in related activities or heightened enforcement.

Cleethorpes' crime rate in April 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, increasing by just 1.7% from 11.6 to 11.8 per 1,000 residents. This minimal fluctuation suggests consistency in local policing efforts or community dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 12 crimes per day, a figure that, while specific to Cleethorpes, provides residents with a tangible sense of frequency. Over the course of the month, the population experienced a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 85 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. When compared to the UK average, Cleethorpes' crime rate remains higher, but the month-on-month stability indicates that broader trends are not shifting dramatically. This consistency may reflect the area’s unique characteristics, such as its coastal location and mixed residential-commercial profile, which could influence both crime patterns and community responses.