North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of North East Lincolnshire in May 2024 reveals a marked emphasis on violent crime, with violence and sexual offences constituting 42.5% of all reported incidents. This dominance of violent crime over property-related offences contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violent crime accounts for 35% of the total. The area's overall crime rate of 11.1 per 1,000 residents—32.1% above the UK average—suggests a unique local context that may be influenced by factors such as population density, economic conditions, or community-specific challenges. The high proportion of violent crime is particularly notable, as it aligns with the seasonal context of May, when longer evenings and increased socialising may contribute to higher rates of public order offences and alcohol-related incidents. Criminal damage and arson also stood out, with rates 94% above the UK average, linked to the area's industrial or commercial landscape, which may present more opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was 24% below the UK average, indicating a potential success in community engagement or policing strategies that mitigate low-level disorder. The overall picture underscores a need for targeted interventions in areas where violent crime remains high, while the lower-than-average rates in certain categories suggest that local efforts may be yielding positive outcomes in specific domains.

May 2024 saw sharp increases in bicycle theft (+166.7%) and theft from the person (+66.7%), suggesting heightened vulnerability in outdoor spaces during longer evenings. These spikes contrast with declines in burglary (-22.7%) and other theft (-22.3%), possibly reflecting seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 65% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 24% below the national rate. This stark divergence in crime mix indicates a combination of local social dynamics and broader trends. Bicycle theft in the area was 150% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the focus on cycling infrastructure and security measures in the district. The reduction in burglary, despite the overall rate increase, could signal improved residential security or targeted policing efforts in high-risk areas.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in May 2024 rose to 11.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.0% increase from April's 10.5 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average, though the monthly comparison highlights a steady upward trend. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 57 crimes per day in May, reflecting a consistent level of activity that residents may encounter. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 90 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents in a population of 159,911. This monthly exposure rate underscores the need for ongoing awareness, particularly given the higher-than-average rates in violent and property crimes. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime burden is heavier than the UK average, with the most pronounced discrepancies in categories like violence and criminal damage. These figures suggest that local factors—such as community dynamics, policing strategies, or seasonal influences—may play a role in sustaining elevated crime levels.