North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 100 residents in North East Lincolnshire, there is a 1-in-101 chance of experiencing a reported crime in December 2024. This translates to roughly 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 39.4% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. The most significant risks come from violence and sexual offences, which account for 42.6% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (14.7%) and public order offences (8.5%). These figures align with the seasonal context of December, when extended evenings and holiday-related activity may contribute to heightened tensions in public spaces. The spike in violent crime—particularly violence and sexual offences—suggests a complex interaction between social dynamics during the festive period and the area's established patterns of crime. While the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, North East Lincolnshire's rate of 4.2 per 1,000 indicates a 64% disparity, consistent with the region's historical challenges in managing such offences. This per-capita perspective underscores that while the absolute number of crimes may seem high, the risk to any individual resident remains relatively contained, with the majority of incidents concentrated in specific categories and locations.

December 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to November, with robbery increasing by 36.4% (11 to 15 incidents) and theft from the person rising by 16.7% (6 to 7). These increases may reflect the heightened foot traffic and open wallets associated with Christmas shopping, though the small sample sizes mean these trends require further observation. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 30.3% (155 to 108), possibly due to the holiday season reducing public gatherings in certain areas. Bicycle theft fell by 28.6% (28 to 20), a decline that could be attributed to seasonal storage habits or increased security measures around Christmas. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 64% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 26% below. This divergence highlights the area's unique challenges, particularly in managing violent crime, which remains a significant concern. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 36.4% rise in robbery, a category that often involves direct interaction with victims and may warrant increased vigilance in public spaces during peak shopping hours.

North East Lincolnshire's December 2024 crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 represents a 7.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.7 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable decline in overall crime. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 51 crimes reported each day in the area—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 101 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK average, underscores the area's elevated crime profile. With a population of 159,911, this means the collective risk is distributed across a large community, though the concentration of violent and property crimes may affect certain neighbourhoods. The drop in the previous month's rate, despite the overall high level, suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have temporarily reduced crime. However, the persistent gap between North East Lincolnshire's rate and the UK average—particularly in categories like violence and criminal damage—indicates a need for sustained efforts to address systemic issues. For residents, the monthly exposure figure serves as a reminder that while individual risk remains relatively low, the cumulative impact of crime on the community is significant.