Humberston and New Waltham Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Humberston and New Waltham recorded a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, a figure 47.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This sustained underperformance relative to national trends suggests a combination of local factors, including the area’s relatively low population density and the absence of major urban hubs that typically drive higher crime rates. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 53.9% of all incidents, a proportion consistent with the area’s demographic profile and the seasonal context of October. The month’s darker evenings and Halloween may have contributed to a slight uptick in certain categories. Criminal damage and arson, at 12.1% of total crimes, were 21% below the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect the area’s limited industrial activity and lower levels of vandalism compared to more densely populated regions. Anti-social behaviour, at 11.0% of incidents, was 61% below the UK average, a statistic that aligns with the area’s generally quiet character and the absence of large-scale nightlife venues. The data also reveals a stark contrast in crime distribution: while violence remains the most pressing concern, property-related crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were significantly lower than national averages, consistent with the area’s lower levels of commercial activity and residential density. This pattern is likely reinforced by the area’s seasonal rhythms, with October’s transition into colder weather reducing outdoor activity and associated crimes. Overall, the statistics illustrate a crime profile shaped by both geographic and temporal factors, with the area maintaining a consistently safer environment than the UK average despite the monthly fluctuations observed in specific categories.

October 2023 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, with two incidents reported compared to zero in September. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased cycling during darker evenings or Halloween-related activity. Conversely, other theft decreased by 20%, from five to four incidents, suggesting a temporary dip in opportunistic crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, comprising 53.9% of all crimes, and were 15% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 16.7%, from 12 to 10 incidents, a reduction that may align with local initiatives or seasonal changes in community activity. Criminal damage and arson rose by 37.5%, from eight to 11 incidents, a category that is 21% below the UK average, highlighting the area’s unique challenges in this domain.

Humberston and New Waltham's crime rate in October 2023 rose by 13.8% compared to September, moving from 3.7 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with a 47.5% deficit in crime rate. Daily crime statistics show an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, is well below the national trend. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 238 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s comparatively low risk. This figure, when considered alongside the population of 21,662, highlights that the vast majority of residents are unaffected by crime in any given month. The rise in October may partly reflect seasonal shifts, such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activity, but the overall trajectory remains aligned with the area’s historical trend of lower-than-average crime levels.