North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire recorded a crime rate of 11.7 per 1,000 in October 2025, placing it 51.9% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure underscores the area's elevated risk compared to national benchmarks, though local patterns reveal a combination of factors. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.8% of total), criminal damage and arson (12.7%), and shoplifting (11.8%). These figures suggest a concentration of violent and property-related crimes, which may reflect the area's demographic profile and urban-rural mix. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.2 per 1,000, were 58% above the UK average, a disparity that could be linked to socioeconomic challenges or targeted criminal activity. The rise in shoplifting and criminal damage may be influenced by seasonal factors such as Halloween, which often sees increased retail activity and associated crime. However, the data also shows resilience in areas like anti-social behaviour, which was 21% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives may be mitigating certain types of disorder. The overall crime rate, while high, remains consistent with the area's historical trends, though the seasonal context of October—with its shorter days and increased community events—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns.

October saw notable reductions in robbery, public order offences, and possession of weapons. Robbery incidents fell by 35.3% compared to the previous month, a decline that may reflect heightened police presence or improved community engagement strategies. Public order offences, which include disturbances and anti-social behaviour, decreased by 27.9%, a trend that contrasts with the overall rise in crime rates. Possession of weapons dropped by 11.1%, suggesting a potential shift in criminal activity or effective enforcement measures. Conversely, bicycle theft surged by 82.6%, rising from 23 to 42 incidents. This sharp increase aligns with seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and the Halloween period, which may encourage opportunistic theft. Vehicle crime also rose by 46.3%, linked to increased vehicle movement during the month. Drug-related crimes climbed by 41.0%, indicating a persistent challenge in addressing substance-related offences in the area.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate rose to 11.7 per 1,000 in October 2025, an 8.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 10.8. This places the area significantly above the UK average, but the local context reveals a mixed picture. Daily crime counts averaged 60 incidents per day, a figure that reflects the area's population density and urban sprawl. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 85 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent challenge of managing crime in a region with a mix of urban and semi-rural communities. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the rate is elevated, it remains a manageable challenge for local authorities. The shift in crime patterns from October to November may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the start of the festive season, which could impact both victim behaviour and policing priorities.