North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, North East Lincolnshire recorded a crime rate of 11.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.9% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a persistent challenge in crime management for the local authority district, which includes a mix of urban and rural areas. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.8% of all reported crimes—4.2 per 1,000 residents, a rate 58% higher than the UK average. This category's dominance may be linked to the area's socio-economic dynamics and the presence of multiple towns with varying levels of deprivation. Criminal damage and arson followed, contributing 12.7% of total crimes at 1.5 per 1,000, a rate 168% above the UK average. This spike could be influenced by the area's industrial heritage and the seasonal transition into colder weather, which often correlates with increased property-related crimes. Shoplifting, at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, also showed a significant deviation from the UK average, with a 122% increase. The October context—darker evenings, Halloween, and the start of the festive season—likely contributed to these patterns, as increased foot traffic in retail areas may have created opportunities for theft. The seasonal shift from autumn to winter, combined with the area's economic profile, appears to be a recurring factor in shaping crime trends.

October 2025 saw a marked 82.6% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 23 to 42 incidents. This surge, though not directly linked to seasonal factors, may reflect changes in local cycling infrastructure or increased use of bikes for commuting. Concurrently, vehicle crime rose by 46.3%, with 79 incidents reported—nearly double the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. These increases contrast with a 35.3% drop in robbery, which fell from 17 to 11, suggesting possible improvements in community safety initiatives or police presence. Public order offences also decreased by 27.9%, from 165 to 119, potentially indicating a shift in police resource allocation or a reduction in incidents linked to Halloween activities. Violence and sexual offences remained 58% above the UK average, with 4.2 per 1,000 residents affected. Residents may find the 35.8% share of violent crimes in the total crime count particularly relevant, as it highlights the persistent challenge of addressing interpersonal violence in the area.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 8.6% compared to September 2025, moving from 10.8 to 11.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 60 reported crimes each day in October, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of crime in this local authority district. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 85 residents, a statistic that, when contextualised against the population of 159,911, illustrates the monthly exposure to crime faced by individuals in North East Lincolnshire. While this rate is higher than the UK average, the local context—such as the area's mix of urban and rural landscapes, and its proximity to major transport routes—likely plays a role in shaping these figures. The comparison to the previous month serves as a reminder that even small shifts in crime rates can have meaningful implications for community safety.