North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in November 2023 reached 10.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 40% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national norm reflects a combination of local factors, including the seasonality of November — a month marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the encroaching darkness of winter. The most significant contributor to the elevated rate was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 47.1% of all crimes reported. At 4.9 per 1,000, this category was 89% above the UK average, a figure that likely reflects the area's demographics and the pressures of urban life. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 — 120% above the UK average — a trend that may be linked to the increased visibility of public spaces during the month. The seasonal context of November, with its mix of commercial activity and reduced daylight, may have created conditions conducive to certain types of crime. While public order offences and anti-social behaviour remained significant, their rates were lower than the UK average, suggesting a nuanced picture of local crime dynamics. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where violence and property crime are concentrated, particularly as the year moves into the winter months.

Violence and sexual offences saw a stark increase in prominence, making up 47.1% of all crimes — a rate of 4.9 per 1,000, 89% above the UK average. This surge may partly explain the area's elevated overall crime rate. Other crime, including anti-social behaviour and vandalism, rose by 61.8% compared to October, with 55 incidents recorded in November. This category's sharp increase suggests a growing challenge in addressing non-violent but disruptive offences. Conversely, burglary dropped by 47.3%, from 112 to 59, possibly linked to seasonal factors like reduced foot traffic in retail areas during November. The decrease in bicycle theft by 62.2% (from 37 to 14) may reflect heightened awareness or improved security measures during the darker evenings of the month.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 10.5 per 1,000 residents, a 13.9% drop from the previous month's rate of 12.2 per 1,000. This decline, while welcome, occurs against a backdrop of persistent challenges: the area remains 40% above the UK average. On a daily basis, 56 crimes were reported each day in November, highlighting the ongoing pressure on local resources. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in densely populated areas. This monthly exposure rate, while lower than the daily tally, reflects the cumulative impact of crime on the community. The population context further illustrates the challenge: with 159,911 residents, the scale of incidents demands sustained attention from local authorities and residents alike.