Cleethorpes Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 29,734, 361 reported crimes in January 2026 equate to 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents — a rate 77.9% higher than the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This built-up area within North East Lincolnshire experiences significantly elevated crime levels, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile at 37.7% of all incidents. Shoplifting (13.3%) and anti-social behaviour (11.4%) follow closely, both far exceeding UK averages. The seasonal context of January — a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days — may partly explain the lower proportion of outdoor crimes compared to summer months. Violent crime rates here are 84% above the UK average, consistent with the area's socio-economic dynamics and potential challenges in community engagement. Property crime, though lower than violent crime, remains higher than UK norms, with shoplifting surging 37.1% month-on-month. The breakdown suggests a combination of local factors, including the town's coastal location and retail infrastructure, which may contribute to specific crime patterns. While the overall rate is concerning, direct links to any single cause, highlighting the need for ongoing analysis of local conditions and interventions.

January 2026 saw significant increases in burglary (+83.3%), shoplifting (+37.1%), and other theft (+36.4%) compared to December 2025, with burglary rising from 12 to 22 incidents. These spikes may reflect seasonal factors, such as holiday-related disruptions to security routines or increased indoor activity during colder weather. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 25.0% (from 4 to 3), possibly due to reduced outdoor usage during winter. The violent crime category — 136 incidents — remains 84% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This rate, while alarming, is consistent with Cleethorpes' position as a coastal town with higher transient populations during peak seasons. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.4 per 1,000, is 51% above the UK average, suggesting persistent community tensions or challenges in managing public spaces. The data also shows possession of weapons fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), though this may not indicate a lasting trend and could reflect temporary changes in reporting patterns.

Cleethorpes' crime rate rose 10.8% from 11.0 to 12.1 per 1,000 residents between December 2025 and January 2026, marking the highest monthly rate in the area's recent data. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 12 crimes per day — a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 82 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while stark, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. When scaled to the area's population, the 361 total crimes represent a significant burden, particularly for those living in densely populated or high-traffic zones. The increase from the previous month may be linked to seasonal transitions, such as the end of the holiday season, which often sees spikes in property-related crimes. However, whether these changes reflect long-term trends or temporary fluctuations. The comparison to the UK average underscores the need for targeted interventions, as Cleethorpes continues to experience crime rates more than double the national norm in several categories.