Cleethorpes Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 29,734 residents, Cleethorpes recorded 335 crimes in January 2024 — a rate of 11.3 per 1,000 people, placing it 52.7% above the UK average of 7.4. This figure translates to roughly one reported crime for every 89 residents over the month. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.7% of all crimes, followed by public order (10.5%) and shoplifting (9.6%). These patterns align with January’s seasonal context: post-holiday periods often see reduced retail footfall, which typically curtails shoplifting, yet violence and public order offences remained elevated. The town’s built-up area within North East Lincolnshire may contribute to these trends, as urban centres often face higher concentrations of antisocial behaviour and interpersonal conflict. Despite shorter daylight hours, the data shows no significant decline in property-related crimes, suggesting factors beyond seasonal changes may be at play. The sharp divergence from the UK average underscores a need for localized analysis, though the exact drivers remain unclear without further demographic or socioeconomic context.

January 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Cleethorpes’ crime profile. Other crime surged by 325% (4 to 17), marking the most substantial increase of any category. Burglary and bicycle theft both rose by 200%, with 18 and 3 incidents respectively — a stark contrast to December’s figures. Meanwhile, theft from the person plummeted by 75% (4 to 1), though this remains 100% below the UK average. The violent crime category, at 5.2 per 1,000, was 100% above the UK average of 2.6, a disparity that suggests local social dynamics may amplify interpersonal conflict. Public order offences (35 cases) were 150% above the UK rate, potentially linked to the town’s built-up area and community interactions. Vehicle crime, however, fell by 25% (8 to 6), remaining 60% below the UK average — a trend consistent with lower car ownership or better parking security in Cleethorpes. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 20% (20 to 16), though this category still lags behind the UK average by 49%. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in 'other crime' and the persistent gap in violent crime rates.

Cleethorpes’ crime rate in January 2024 (11.3 per 1,000) marked a 24.1% increase from the previous month’s 9.1 per 1,000. This upward trend translates to 11 crimes reported daily — a figure that, while local to Cleethorpes, underscores the frequency of incidents in a community of 29,734 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 89 residents, a ratio that, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, illustrates the relative impact on Cleethorpes’ population. When viewed against the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, the 52.7% gap highlights the town’s distinct challenges. The disparity is particularly stark in violent crime, where Cleethorpes’ rate (5.2 per 1,000) is double the UK average. This contrast may reflect Cleethorpes’ urban character, where higher population density and social interaction can amplify certain crime types. The daily crime count, however, provides a tangible measure for residents: 11 incidents per day is a significant burden for a town of Cleethorpes’ size, emphasizing the need for localized strategies to address these trends.