Cleethorpes Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Cleethorpes’ crime profile in July 2025, accounting for nearly 38% of all reported crimes — a rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents, 68% above the UK average. This category, which includes assaults and sexual misconduct, likely reflects the area’s summer dynamics: with schools closed, tourism peaking, and festivals drawing crowds, the town centre and coastal areas may become focal points for incidents. Shoplifting, the second most common crime at 22.1% of the total, reaches 3.0 per 1,000 residents, 362% above the UK average. This figure aligns with Cleethorpes’ retail presence, particularly along the promenade and high street, where transient visitors may contribute to theft. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, though smaller in volume (8.7% of total crimes), remain 97% above the UK average, linked to seasonal events or increased foot traffic in public spaces. The overall crime rate of 13.5 per 1,000 residents — 57% above the UK average — underscores the area’s distinct challenges. This elevated rate may be partly explained by Cleethorpes’ coastal identity: while tourism boosts the economy, it also introduces transient populations and potential strain on local resources. The summer months, with their festivals and events, may amplify existing vulnerabilities, particularly in areas with high pedestrian traffic or limited surveillance. These patterns suggest that addressing violence and property-related crimes will require targeted strategies, such as enhanced policing during peak times or community engagement to deter shoplifting.

July 2025 saw a stark rise in robbery, with incidents tripling from 2 to 6 — the most dramatic increase of any category. Burglary also climbed sharply, rising 77.8% from 9 to 16, suggesting heightened vulnerability in residential areas. Shoplifting continued its upward trend, growing by 34.8% to 89 cases, far outpacing the UK average by 362%. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with a 57.9% drop in other theft, which fell from 19 to 8, possibly reflecting improved security measures or reduced opportunities. Violence and sexual offences, the largest single category, remained 68% above the UK average at 5.1 per 1,000. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 25.8%, a shift that may align with the summer season’s quieter community dynamics. These fluctuations highlight the uneven nature of local crime patterns, with some categories responding to seasonal factors while others persistently exceed national benchmarks.

Cleethorpes' crime rate in July 2025 stood at 13.5 per 1,000 residents, a 4.7% decrease from the previous month’s 14.2 per 1,000. This reduction, though modest, contrasts with the sharp increases in specific crime categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day over the 31-day period, highlighting the persistent nature of local crime. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 74 residents — a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively small community. While the overall rate has dipped slightly, the population context remains critical: with 29,734 residents, even minor shifts in crime patterns can have tangible impacts on daily life. This comparison reveals that Cleethorpes’ crime profile, while distinct from the UK average, continues to reflect a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics.