Cleethorpes Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cleethorpes’ crime rate in February 2024 reached 10.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 49.3% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national norm is most pronounced in violent crime, where violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.4% of all reported crimes. At 4.7 per 1,000, this category is 88% above the UK average, a figure that dwarfs even the most elevated regional comparisons. The area’s built-up character within North East Lincolnshire—adjacent to the Humber estuary and with a mix of residential, commercial, and coastal zones—may contribute to this pattern. While seasonal factors typically see reduced outdoor activity in February, the persistent prevalence of violent crime suggests underlying social or environmental pressures that extend beyond transient influences. Other notable categories include criminal damage and arson (1.4 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.9 per 1,000), both of which are significantly elevated compared to UK averages. These trends highlight a combination of local demographics, economic conditions, and the physical environment, all of which require further contextual analysis to fully understand.

February 2024 saw sharp month-on-month increases in Theft from the person (100%) and Robbery (100%), reflecting a sudden uptick in targeted, high-impact crimes. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 62.5%, from 16 to 26 incidents, a shift that may signal increased tensions in public spaces or a response to other crime-related pressures. Conversely, several categories showed marked declines, including Burglary (-66.7%), Drugs (-66.7%), and Bicycle theft (-66.7%), suggesting potential success in recent policing efforts or seasonal lulls in specific crime types. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for nearly half of all incidents—contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences are 2.5 per 1,000. This 88% disparity raises questions about local factors, such as community cohesion, access to support services, or the influence of transient populations. A resident might find the doubling of Theft from the person particularly concerning, as it underscores vulnerabilities in personal safety that could be exacerbated by broader patterns of antisocial behaviour.

Cleethorpes’ crime rate in February 2024 (10.6 per 1,000) marked a 6.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 11.3 per 1,000, though it remains significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 11 crimes per day over the 29-day month, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 94 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is a stark reminder of the frequency with which residents encounter crime, even if the absolute number of incidents has slightly decreased. When compared to the UK population, Cleethorpes’ rate highlights a unique challenge: while violent crime is 88% above the national average, other categories like anti-social behaviour are 14% below. This contrast may reflect the area’s specific demographic profile, with a mix of long-term residents and transient populations that could influence different types of crime. The 49.3% gap between Cleethorpes and the UK average also underscores the importance of localized strategies in addressing crime, as national initiatives may not fully account for the area’s distinct socioeconomic and geographic context.