North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 10.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.4% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This disparity highlights a distinct deviation from national trends, particularly in violent crime categories. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 43.2% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 4.5 per 1,000 — 76% above the UK average for this category. Criminal damage and arson followed closely, at 1.2 per 1,000, 103% above the UK figure. These figures suggest a combination of local factors, including the area's mix of urban and semi-rural environments, where high-traffic zones may contribute to property damage incidents. April's spring weather and Easter-related activity likely influenced crime patterns, with increased foot traffic in retail and community areas potentially driving both violent and property crimes. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average (1.0 vs 1.2 per 1,000), remains a persistent concern in public spaces. The data aligns with the area's character as a former industrial region transitioning to a more mixed-use economy, where older infrastructure and community dynamics may contribute to higher rates of certain offences. Seasonal shifts, such as warmer temperatures encouraging outdoor activity, may also have amplified incidents in public order and anti-social behaviour categories.

April 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+65.9%), with incidents rising from 85 to 141 — a jump that may reflect Easter-related retail activity and spring foot traffic. Burglary also rose by 19.0%, potentially linked to seasonal transitions and increased home occupancy during holiday periods. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 50.0%, from 22 to 11, suggesting a possible reduction in high-risk environments or improved security measures. Anti-social behaviour increased by 9.6%, though it remains below the UK average. Vehicle crime in the area was 36% below the UK average, likely due to lower vehicle density or effective local enforcement strategies. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast in categories: while violence and sexual offences dominate (43.2% of total crimes), theft from the person — a typically higher-risk category in tourist areas — was 100% below the UK average. This suggests that local factors, such as community policing efforts or demographic patterns, may be influencing crime distribution in ways distinct from national trends. Residents may find the 34% increase in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for retail security measures during peak shopping periods.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in April 2024 (10.5 per 1,000) represents a 6.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.3 per 1,000, indicating a modest but measurable decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 56 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while locally specific, provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 95 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while higher than the UK average, reflects the area's unique demographic and geographic profile. With a population of 159,911, the 1680 total crimes reported in April equate to a population-scaled rate that underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The contrast between North East Lincolnshire's crime profile and the UK average becomes particularly stark in violent crime categories, where local rates are significantly elevated. However, the area's performance in categories like vehicle crime and theft from the person — both below the UK average — suggests that local factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, or socioeconomic conditions may be creating divergent outcomes compared to other regions. This mixed picture highlights the importance of nuanced, area-specific approaches to crime prevention, rather than relying on broad national comparisons.