North East Lincolnshire Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

North East Lincolnshire's February 2026 crime rate of 10.1 per 1,000 residents marked a stark deviation from the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, placing the area 57.8% above the national benchmark. This figure, though consistent with recent trends, reflects a persistent challenge for local authorities. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (37.5% of total), criminal damage and arson (10.6%), and shoplifting (10.3%), all of which significantly outpaced UK averages. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have contributed to a concentration of crimes in indoor spaces and areas with limited natural surveillance. Violence and sexual offences, which account for over a third of all crimes, likely reflect the area's mix of urban and industrial characteristics, where social tensions and transient populations may heighten incidents of interpersonal violence. The high rate of criminal damage and arson, 139% above the UK average, could be linked to the region's industrial heritage, where abandoned or poorly maintained properties might serve as targets. Shoplifting's prominence may be attributed to the presence of retail hubs in the area, though the 72% gap compared to the UK average suggests deeper issues in commercial sectors. The data also reveals a concerning trend in anti-social behaviour, which, while only 10% above the UK average, indicates a need for targeted interventions in community spaces. Overall, the crime profile of February 2026 underscores a combination of local demographics, economic factors, and seasonal influences, requiring a multifaceted approach to address the root causes of these trends.

The most striking month-on-month change was the 75% surge in theft from the person, rising from 4 to 7 incidents. This unexpected spike contrasts with the 35.1% decline in drug-related crimes, which fell from 74 to 48. The decrease in burglary (-25.6%) and vehicle crime (-20.5%) suggests potential localised efforts or seasonal factors reducing property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 37.5% of all crimes, 64% above the UK average. Criminal damage and arson (139% above UK average) and anti-social behaviour (10% above UK average) highlight persistent issues in public spaces. The 69.2% increase in possession of weapons, from 13 to 22 incidents, raises questions about the availability of such items in the area. These shifts suggest a combination of crime types, with violent and disorderly offences dominating despite some property crime reductions.

North East Lincolnshire's crime rate in February 2026 rose to 10.1 per 1,000 residents, a 2.0% increase from the previous month's 9.9 per 1,000. This places the area 57.8% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a gap that has remained consistent over recent months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 58 crimes per day, reflecting a persistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 99 residents, a figure that, while lower than the daily rate, underscores the cumulative impact of crime on the community. When contextualised against the area's population of 159,911, this suggests that while the rate remains elevated, it is not high in absolute terms compared to other similarly sized local authority districts. The slight month-on-month increase aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, where reduced outdoor activity and colder weather may contribute to shifts in crime dynamics, particularly in indoor spaces.