North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 12.1 per 1,000 residents, significantly exceeding the UK average of 8.2 by 47.6%. This figure, while consistent with the area's historical profile, underscores the challenges faced by local authorities in managing crime levels. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (accounting for 41.4% of all incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (10.4%) and public order offences (9.4%). These patterns align with the area's characteristics as a mix of urban and rural communities, where high-street retail and public spaces may contribute to incidents of disorder and property damage. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as June marks the beginning of summer and the start of increased tourism in coastal regions. The surge in violent crime, particularly the 81% gap above the UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggests that local policing strategies may need to be adapted to address underlying social or economic factors. While property crimes like shoplifting and burglary remain concerns, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and theft from the person (0.4 and 0.1 per 1,000 respectively) indicate that certain areas of the crime profile are more controlled. The overall picture illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal trends, and law enforcement priorities, with the need for targeted interventions in the most affected categories.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in June 2024 was a 120% increase in theft from the person, rising from 5 to 11 incidents. This spike, though numerically small, signals a sharp shift in crime patterns and may reflect increased vulnerability during summer evenings or changes in local retail activity. Robbery also surged by 91.7%, with incidents doubling from 12 to 23, a figure that could be linked to seasonal tourism or altered public behaviour. Possession of weapons rose by 63.6%, from 11 to 18 cases, a trend that may correlate with heightened tensions in public spaces or increased police visibility. Violent crimes in North East Lincolnshire remain 81% above the UK average, with 5.0 per 1,000 residents affected. In contrast, anti-social behaviour decreased by 6.6%, and drugs-related offences fell by 10.7%, suggesting some areas of local policing may be yielding short-term results. For residents, the 120% jump in theft from the person is a stark reminder to remain vigilant in crowded areas, particularly during late evenings when such crimes are most frequently reported.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in June 2024 rose to 12.1 per 1,000 residents, an 8.9% increase from the previous month's 11.1. This places the area 47.6% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent gap in local crime statistics compared to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 65 crimes per day, reflecting a consistent pattern of activity over the 30-day period. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 82 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This figure, while specific to June, aligns with broader trends observed in similar-sized areas with comparable demographic profiles. The increase from May to June may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the start of summer holidays and increased foot traffic in retail and leisure areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk of crime than the national average, particularly in categories like violence and property offences, which dominate the local crime profile.