North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, North East Lincolnshire's crime rate of 12.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 52.5% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a figure that underscores the area's unique challenges in crime prevention. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.2% of all reported incidents, a category that is 104% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the national picture may be influenced by the area's urban character, where higher population density and community interactions can contribute to elevated levels of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors, such as the clocks going back and darker evenings, likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as extended night hours can increase opportunities for violent and public order offences. Criminal damage and arson, making up 10.1% of all crimes, were also 90% above the UK average, a trend that could be linked to local economic conditions or property-related tensions. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, though 22% below the UK average, rose by 50.9% month-on-month, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in community spaces. The seasonal context of October, with Halloween activities and the transition into darker evenings, may have amplified certain crime dynamics. These findings highlight the importance of considering both local and national factors when interpreting crime statistics, as well as the need for tailored strategies to address the area's specific challenges.

October 2023 saw a 32.1% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 28 to 37 incidents, a spike that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased cycling during darker evenings. Conversely, theft from the person dropped by 37.5%, from 8 to 5 cases, a decline that could indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities in high-traffic areas. The category of anti-social behaviour surged by 50.9%, reaching 160 incidents, a figure that is 22% below the UK average for this category but still represents a significant local challenge. Violent crimes, at 878 incidents, remain 104% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a disparity that may be linked to the area's urban character and seasonal factors such as Halloween and the clocks going back, which extend evening hours and increase opportunities for crime. The increase in possession of weapons by 58.3%, from 12 to 19 incidents, raises concerns about local safety dynamics, though it remains a relatively small proportion of total crimes.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate rose by 3.1% from 11.8 to 12.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, continuing a slight upward trend. This equates to 63 crimes reported daily on average, a figure that, while local-specific, highlights the persistent pressure on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 82 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents in a population of 159,911. This rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, but the comparison to September reveals a nuanced picture: while violent crime and property crime categories saw fluctuations, the drop in theft from the person by 37.5% offers a counterpoint to the overall increase. The population context is critical here—each resident is statistically more likely to be affected by crime than the UK average, but the diversity of crime types suggests a combination of local factors and broader trends.