North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in North East Lincolnshire during May 2023 reveals a striking imbalance, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.8% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (101% above), while property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained relatively lower. This pattern suggests a focus on interpersonal conflict and public disorder, with public order offences and criminal damage also significantly above national averages. The area's overall crime rate of 14.2 per 1,000—77.5% above the UK average—indicates systemic challenges in addressing violent and disruptive behaviour. Seasonal factors may play a role, as May's longer evenings and bank holidays could contribute to increased socialising and outdoor drinking, which often correlates with higher rates of public order and violent incidents. The data also highlights a peculiar contrast: while violent crimes surge, theft from the person remains exceptionally low, 100% below the UK average. This could reflect effective policing in high-risk areas or a lack of opportunities for such crimes. The dominance of violent crime over property crime is particularly noteworthy, as it diverges from patterns typically seen in urban centres where property crimes are more prevalent. This mix may be influenced by North East Lincolnshire's unique demographic and geographic profile, characterised by a mix of urban and rural settings with concentrated areas of social activity. The high proportion of public order offences—12.3% of total crimes—further suggests that community tensions and enforcement priorities may be shaping the local crime picture. These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions addressing the root causes of violent and public order crimes, which appear to be driving the area's elevated crime rate.

May 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with drugs-related offences increasing by 54.5% compared to April, driven by a rise from 22 to 34 incidents. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, climbing 41.9% to 44 cases, potentially linked to increased outdoor activity during longer evenings. Robbery incidents increased by 36.4%, from 11 to 15, suggesting a growing trend in targeted theft. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 23.5%, with reported cases dropping from 17 to 13, possibly reflecting enhanced policing efforts or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Theft from the person decreased by 20%, from 5 to 4, though this remains well below the UK average. The dominance of violent crimes—violence and sexual offences alone account for 39.8% of all reported crimes—places North East Lincolnshire far above the UK average for this category, with a 101% increase over the national rate. These patterns highlight a stark contrast between violent and property crime trends, with the former significantly outpacing the latter.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in May 2023 rose to 14.2 per 1,000 residents, a 9.8% increase from 12.9 per 1,000 in April. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, with the gap widening over the past year. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 73 crimes per day in May, highlighting the persistent frequency of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 71 residents, a statistic that underscores the monthly exposure to crime for individuals living in the area. When considering the population of 159,911, the scale of the issue becomes even more apparent, as the rate reflects a consistent challenge in maintaining public safety relative to the UK average. The rise in crime appears to align with seasonal factors, such as extended evenings and increased social activity, which may contribute to higher incidents of public order and violent crimes.