North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire recorded 1,593 crimes in January 2025, translating to a crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents—40.8% above the UK average of 7.1. This figure represents a significant burden for the area's population of 159,911, with over 10 incidents reported for every 1,000 people. The crime profile reveals a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences (658 incidents) accounting for 41.3% of all recorded crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (195 incidents) at 12.2%, and shoplifting (165 incidents) at 10.4%. These trends align with the post-holiday season, a period typically marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to shifts in criminal activity. The dominance of violent crime—63% above the UK average—suggests systemic challenges in addressing aggression and disorder, particularly in areas with high concentrations of retail or public spaces. Meanwhile, property crimes, while lower than violent incidents, still represent a substantial portion of the total, indicating persistent vulnerabilities in burglary, vehicle crime, and theft. The seasonal context of January, with its colder temperatures and limited outdoor activity, may further explain the relatively low levels of theft from the person (2 incidents) compared to other months, though this contrasts with the sharp rise in shoplifting. These patterns underscore the need for targeted policing strategies that address both immediate risks and underlying socioeconomic factors contributing to the area's elevated crime rate.

January 2025 saw a sharp 63.4% increase in shoplifting, rising from 101 to 165 incidents. This surge may partly explain the elevated property crime rate, which accounts for 37.3% of all recorded offences. Concurrently, drug-related crimes rose by 59.4%, with 51 incidents reported—a significant jump from 32 in December. This increase could reflect post-holiday patterns or changes in local enforcement priorities. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 71.4% (from 7 to 2 incidents), a drop that contrasts with the overall rise in violent crime. Violent crimes in the area are 63% above the UK average (4.1 vs 2.5 per 1,000), with criminal damage and arson at 135% above the national benchmark. These disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories, such as violence and property crimes, which dominate the local crime profile.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable at 10.0 per 1,000 residents, a 0.6% increase from the previous month's 9.9. This equates to approximately 51 crimes reported daily, reflecting a consistent level of activity despite seasonal fluctuations. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a population of 159,911. When contextualised against the UK average, the local rate remains significantly higher, but the month-on-month stability suggests no sudden spikes in criminal activity. The daily crime count provides a tangible measure of local exposure: residents face an average of 51 incidents per day, a figure that underscores the need for ongoing community vigilance and policing efforts. This monthly exposure rate, while high, does not show marked variation from previous months, indicating a sustained pattern rather than a transient issue.