North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile in North East Lincolnshire for July 2025, accounting for nearly 38% of all reported crimes. With an overall crime rate of 13.3 per 1,000 residents—54.7% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000—the area faces significant challenges in public safety. This figure places North East Lincolnshire among the regions with the highest crime rates in the UK, particularly in categories like violence and shoplifting. The seasonal context of July, a peak summer month with schools out and tourism at its height, likely contributes to the elevated levels of violent crime. Festivals and outdoor events may have drawn larger crowds to public spaces, potentially increasing opportunities for conflict and disorder. Shoplifting, which makes up 14.1% of all crimes, is 192% above the UK average, suggesting that retail areas in the district may be experiencing heightened pressure during this period. The area's coastal and industrial character, with a mix of urban centres and rural communities, may also play a role in shaping these crime patterns. For example, the presence of major retail hubs and the transient nature of summer visitors could explain the surge in shoplifting incidents. Similarly, the high rate of criminal damage and arson—113% above the UK average—may be linked to the area's industrial infrastructure, where vandalism could be more prevalent. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas and during peak activity periods.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 64.3% increase in robbery cases, with 23 reported incidents compared to 14 in June. This surge, combined with a 41.5% rise in shoplifting (from 212 to 300 incidents), points to a shift in crime patterns that warrants attention. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crimes: while violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, shoplifting and other theft-related crimes have seen significant month-on-month increases. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, such as the influx of summer visitors or the timing of local festivals, which could create more opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Shoplifting in North East Lincolnshire is 192% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the area's vulnerability in this category. Conversely, vehicle crime decreased by 31.0% (from 84 to 58 incidents), due to reduced car usage during the summer months or increased security measures in parking areas. The decrease in anti-social behaviour by 14.6% (from 205 to 175 incidents) is another noteworthy trend, though this may be influenced by temporary factors such as the timing of local events or enforcement actions. These fluctuations highlight the importance of monitoring crime trends closely, particularly in categories like robbery and shoplifting, which have shown the most significant changes.

The crime rate in North East Lincolnshire for July 2025 (13.3 per 1,000 residents) marks a 6.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 12.5 per 1,000. This rise, though modest in percentage terms, translates to over 100 additional crimes in the month, reflecting a growing challenge for local authorities. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 69 crimes per day in July, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents are occurring. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 75 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a higher-risk category compared to many other parts of the UK. When viewed through the lens of population, this rate suggests that residents of North East Lincolnshire face a higher risk of encountering crime than the national average. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in categories like violence and sexual offences, where the rate is 68% above the national figure. This disparity may be influenced by the area's unique demographic profile, including a mix of urban and rural populations and the presence of major transport hubs that could contribute to higher levels of interaction and conflict. These comparisons underscore the need for targeted strategies to address the specific challenges faced by North East Lincolnshire, particularly in reducing the rates of violent crime and shoplifting.