Grimsby Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Grimsby’s crime profile in February 2026 reveals a stark imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the local landscape. At 11.5 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate was 79.7% above the UK average of 6.4, a disparity that underscores the need for targeted interventions. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.5% of all recorded crimes, far outpacing property crimes such as burglary (4.1%) and shoplifting (10.0%). This dominance of violent crime may reflect broader socioeconomic challenges, including high unemployment or limited access to mental health services, which are common in post-industrial towns like Grimsby. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may have contributed to the persistence of indoor-based crimes, such as domestic violence or anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 7.7% of all incidents. However, the data also shows that anti-social behaviour was 1% below the UK average, suggesting some local success in managing this category. Criminal damage and arson (11.2% of crimes) and shoplifting (10.0%) were both significantly above the UK average, pointing to issues related to community engagement or retail security. These trends may be exacerbated by Grimsby’s status as a built-up area within North East Lincolnshire, where economic stagnation and population decline could contribute to higher crime rates. The combination of violent crime dominance and property crime spikes highlights a complex picture, one that requires a nuanced approach to policing and community support.

February 2026 marked a notable shift in Grimsby’s crime profile, with possession of weapons cases surging by 100% compared to January—jumping from 9 to 18 incidents. This spike may partly explain the 37.5% share of violent crimes, which remained the most prevalent category. Robbery also rose sharply, increasing by 75% (from 8 to 14 cases), suggesting heightened vulnerability in certain areas or times. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 34.4% (from 61 to 40), a decline that could reflect ongoing efforts by local authorities or shifting patterns in illicit activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 33.9% (from 56 to 37), linked to reduced outdoor activity during the winter months. The breakdown also reveals that anti-social behaviour, though still a concern, was 1% below the UK average, indicating a relative success in managing this category. For residents, the 100% increase in weapon possession cases is a stark reminder of the evolving nature of local crime challenges.

Grimsby's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 2.9% compared to January 2026, moving from 11.2 to 11.5 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though modest, suggests sustained pressure on local policing resources. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 37 crimes per day over the month, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of local crime challenges. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 87 residents—a rate that, while lower than the daily frequency, highlights the cumulative impact of crime on the community. This statistic may help residents contextualise their personal risk, though it does not account for variations in individual exposure based on location or lifestyle. The population context also reveals that Grimsby's crime burden is higher than the UK average, with its 11.5 rate nearly double the national figure of 6.4. This disparity may reflect local socioeconomic factors, such as economic deprivation or gaps in community services, that require targeted intervention.