North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in North East Lincolnshire, 9.8 crimes were reported in December 2025 — a rate 40% higher than the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 103 residents over the course of the month, highlighting the tangible risk residents face. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.2% of all reported crimes, followed by shoplifting (12.1%) and criminal damage and arson (11.0%). These figures align with the area's seasonal rhythms, as December brings darker evenings, holiday shopping activity, and potentially vacant homes during the festive period. The disproportionate prevalence of violent crime compared to the UK average may reflect local factors such as concentrated populations in urban centres or social dynamics during the year-end period. While shoplifting rates are higher than the UK average, this could be linked to the presence of retail hubs in the area. The seasonal context of December — a peak time for both consumer activity and social gatherings — likely contributes to the elevated rates of public order offences and property crime, though the exact mechanisms remain to be explored further.

December 2025 saw a sharp 300% increase in reported robberies, rising from 5 to 20 incidents. This spike, though still a small share of total crimes (1.3%), could reflect the heightened vulnerability of individuals during the holiday season. Bicycle theft also surged by 66.7%, with 25 reported incidents — a 300% increase over the UK average. This may be attributed to the area's cycling infrastructure and the likelihood of bikes being left unattended during the festive period. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 27.3%, dropping from 22 to 16 cases, due to increased police visibility or seasonal changes in criminal activity. The violent crime category, already 36% above the UK average, remained high, with 564 incidents — nearly double the rate of the national average. While shoplifting and criminal damage were both over 100% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour was 14% below, suggesting that community-focused initiatives or local policing efforts may have mitigated some types of disorder. These shifts in crime mix highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local conditions in shaping criminal activity patterns.

The crime rate in North East Lincolnshire dropped by 6.6% from December 2024's rate of 10.4 per 1,000 to 9.8 per 1,000 in December 2025, indicating a slight but measurable reduction in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 50 crimes per day — a figure that, while locally significant, provides a concrete benchmark for residents to assess their personal risk. Over the course of the month, this translated to a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 103 residents, a statistic that underscores the frequency of incidents in a densely populated region. When compared to the previous month, the decrease in violent crime and property offences may reflect the impact of targeted policing efforts or the natural ebb and flow of seasonal crime patterns. However, the stark contrast between the local and UK averages — particularly in violent crime and shoplifting — suggests that North East Lincolnshire faces unique challenges that require tailored responses. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes has decreased slightly, the relative risk remains elevated compared to the national average, emphasizing the need for continued community engagement and resource allocation.