North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in April 2024 was 10.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.4% above the UK average of 7.7. This discrepancy highlights a regional disparity in criminal activity, with the area experiencing a higher burden of crime compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.2% of all incidents — a figure 76% above the UK average. This suggests a combination of local factors, such as social dynamics or policing priorities, that may contribute to the elevated rate of violent crime. The second most common category, criminal damage and arson (11.7% of total crimes), was also 103% above the UK average, indicating a persistent challenge in addressing property-related offences. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as April's Easter period and spring weather typically correlate with increased outdoor activity, influencing crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, was 18% below the UK average, a slight anomaly that may reflect local community initiatives or differences in reporting practices. The data also reveals a mixed picture in other categories: shoplifting rose sharply, while vehicle crime and drug-related offences fell below the UK average. These variations underscore the need for tailored strategies that address specific crime types and their underlying causes.

April 2024 saw a sharp 65.9% increase in shoplifting, rising from 85 to 141 incidents. This surge may be linked to Easter-related retail activity, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Burglary also rose by 19.0%, potentially reflecting seasonal shifts in home occupancy or increased outdoor activity during spring. Conversely, robbery fell by 50.0%, with incidents dropping from 22 to 11 — a significant reduction that may indicate effective policing or changes in criminal opportunity. Anti-social behaviour increased by 9.6%, while possession of weapons dropped by 47.8%, a stark contrast that highlights uneven trends across crime categories. Violence and sexual offences remain 76% above the UK average, a persistent concern for the area. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 36% below the UK average, due to lower theft rates in car parks or improved security measures.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 10.5 per 1,000 residents, a 6.7% decrease from the previous month's 11.3. This decline, though modest, suggests a slight moderation in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 56 crimes per day, reflecting the persistent presence of crime in local life. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 95 residents — a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively short timeframe. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the month-on-month reduction indicates potential shifts in patterns or interventions. The population context further highlights the challenge: with over 160,000 residents, the density of incidents, while not extreme, remains a concern for local authorities. Comparisons to the UK average must be contextualised, as regional differences in policing, demographics, and economic factors can significantly influence crime statistics.