Grimsby Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Grimsby’s crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 35.5% of all reported crimes. At 13.8 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 79.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences, which are 88% above the UK average, may partly explain the area’s elevated overall rate. This category’s decline of 16.8% from March (537 to 447 incidents) suggests some moderation, though it remains the largest single contributor to crime. Criminal damage and arson (13.4% of total crimes) and shoplifting (10.3%) follow as the next most common categories, both significantly outpacing UK averages. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and spring weather—likely influences outdoor activity patterns, potentially exacerbating conflicts in public spaces or increasing opportunities for property crimes. Grimsby’s industrial heritage and coastal location may also shape crime dynamics, with underutilised infrastructure or transient populations contributing to persistent issues in specific areas. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing violence and property-related offences, which remain stubbornly high compared to national benchmarks.

April 2025 saw mixed trends in Grimsby’s crime profile, with some categories rising sharply while others declined. Theft from the person surged by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents), a figure that would be of particular concern to residents frequenting public spaces. Concurrently, possession of weapons increased by 58.3% (12 to 19), suggesting a possible uptick in illegal activity or heightened tensions. In contrast, robbery fell by 53.8% (from 13 to 6), and burglary dropped 32.2% (from 59 to 40), potentially reflecting the impact of Easter holidays reducing opportunities for such crimes. The shift in crime mix is notable: violent offences now account for 35.5% of total crimes, down from March, while property-related crimes (shoplifting, vehicle crime) remain high. For instance, criminal damage and arson—88% above the UK average—may be linked to the area’s industrial legacy, where derelict sites or economic challenges could fuel such incidents. Residents should also note that anti-social behaviour, though down slightly, remains 2% below the UK average, indicating a relative strength in local community management compared to other areas.

Grimsby’s crime rate in April 2025 (13.8 per 1,000) represents a 5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 14.6 per 1,000, a reduction that, while modest, may signal the early effects of seasonal transitions. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 42 crimes per day in April, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 72 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, though lower than the previous month, remains significantly higher than the UK average, with the overall rate nearly doubling national levels. The population context is critical: with 91,085 residents, the absolute number of crimes (1,261) highlights the scale of the challenge faced by local authorities. While the drop in robbery and burglary suggests some success in addressing property crimes, the persistent elevation of violent offences and criminal damage indicates that systemic issues remain unaddressed. Residents should consider that the 1-in-72 monthly exposure rate, while a local benchmark, underscores the need for continued vigilance and community-based crime prevention strategies tailored to Grimsby’s specific socio-economic and geographic conditions.