Cleethorpes Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Cleethorpes' crime profile in July 2024, accounting for 44.6% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 9.6 per 1,000 residents, the area exceeds the UK average by 14.3%, highlighting a persistent challenge in addressing violent crime. This rate reflects a combination of local factors, including the town's coastal tourism infrastructure and seasonal activity patterns. The data shows a clear seasonal influence, with the peak summer months typically associated with higher foot traffic, festivals, and open-air events that may contribute to increased incidents of violence and public order disturbances. While property crimes remain a concern, they are significantly lower than the UK average for categories such as shoplifting and burglary, suggesting that Cleethorpes' retail environment and community policing efforts may be effective in mitigating these types of crime. The breakdown also reveals that anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remains a notable category, linked to the area's demographics and the social dynamics associated with summer tourism. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions that address the root causes of violent crime while building on the successes seen in reducing property-related offences.

July 2024 saw a 60.0% increase in 'other theft' cases, rising from 15 to 24 incidents. This surge likely reflects the heightened activity associated with summer tourism, where unsecured valuables may be more vulnerable to opportunistic theft. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 67.9% compared to the previous month, dropping from 28 to 9 cases. This decline may be attributed to increased community engagement during the summer months, as well as the deployment of visible policing efforts in high-risk areas. Public order offences also rose sharply, with an 119% increase over the UK average, pointing to challenges in managing crowds during festivals and events. The significant disparity between Cleethorpes' public order rate and the UK average highlights the need for tailored strategies to address localised issues. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates fell by 65.4% from the previous month, aligning with the UK average and suggesting that targeted retail security measures, such as improved CCTV coverage and staff training, may be having a positive impact. These contrasting trends illustrate the combination of factors influencing crime in Cleethorpes, where seasonal dynamics and local initiatives can drive divergent outcomes across different offence categories.

Cleethorpes' crime rate in July 2024 dropped by 27.0% compared to the previous month, declining from 13.1 to 9.6 per 1,000 residents. This monthly decrease aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as the transition from mid-summer to late summer often sees a shift in activity levels and policing priorities. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 9 crimes per day in July, a figure that provides residents with a concrete benchmark for understanding local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 104 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Cleethorpes in a distinct position relative to other UK areas. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the 29,734 residents of Cleethorpes collectively experienced a crime rate that, while above the UK average, shows a clear downward trajectory from the previous month. This decline suggests that recent policing strategies or community initiatives may be yielding results, though the area still faces challenges in reducing violent crime. The comparison with the UK average also reveals stark contrasts in specific categories, such as public order offences, which are 119% above the national average, underscoring the need for targeted interventions that address the unique social and environmental factors present in Cleethorpes.