North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in North East Lincolnshire, 9.8 crimes were recorded in December 2025 — 40% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This translates to a 1-in-103 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, highlighting the everyday risk residents face. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.2% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (12.1%) and criminal damage and arson (11.0%). These figures suggest a pattern of interpersonal conflict and property-related crime dominating the local crime profile. December's seasonal context — with extended dark evenings, empty homes during the festive period, and increased foot traffic in retail areas — likely contributes to these trends. The spike in violence and sexual offences may reflect heightened social interactions during the holiday season, while shoplifting rates could be linked to increased retail activity. However, the area's crime rate remains significantly elevated compared to the UK average, indicating a need for targeted local interventions. The combination of urban and rural elements in North East Lincolnshire may create micro-environments where certain crimes are more likely to occur, such as anti-social behaviour in densely populated areas or vehicle crime in commuter zones. This per-capita perspective underscores that while the overall rate is concerning, understanding the specific crime types and their distribution can help residents make informed decisions about safety.

December 2025 saw stark fluctuations in crime types, with robbery increasing by 300% compared to November (5 to 20 incidents), a jump that may reflect heightened vulnerability during holiday shopping or festive gatherings. Bicycle theft also rose sharply by 66.7%, potentially linked to increased cycling during the winter months or targeted thefts in poorly lit areas. Conversely, possession of weapons decreased by 27.3% (22 to 16 incidents), suggesting a possible reduction in armed crime or improved policing in high-risk zones. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, 36% above the UK average, with shoplifting and criminal damage both over 100% above national rates — figures that could indicate challenges in retail security or community cohesion. Anti-social behaviour was 14% below the UK average, reflecting effective local initiatives or seasonal changes in public behaviour. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area, where specific incidents can surge or decline rapidly, requiring ongoing monitoring to address emerging risks.

The crime rate in North East Lincolnshire for December 2025 (9.8 per 1,000) marked a 6.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.4 per 1,000, indicating a slight but notable downward trend. This reduction, however, still leaves the area 40% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in maintaining lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 50 crimes per day — a figure that, while localised, provides a tangible sense of the scale of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 103 residents, a monthly exposure rate that may seem abstract but translates to real-world risks for households and businesses. When considering the population context, the area's 159,911 residents face a higher-than-average burden of crime, particularly in categories like violence and shoplifting. This per-capita perspective is critical for residents assessing personal risk, as it reveals that while the overall rate has dipped slightly, the area remains significantly above national benchmarks. The combination of daily crime frequency and monthly exposure highlights the need for both individual vigilance and community-level strategies to address underlying factors driving these statistics.