Humberston and New Waltham Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile for Humberston and New Waltham in August 2024 reveals a striking imbalance between violent and property crime, with the former accounting for over half of all recorded offences. At 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate remains 56.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This disparity is most evident in the breakdown of offence types, where violence and sexual offences (40 cases, 51.3% of total) far outstrip property crimes (15 cases, 19.2%). Anti-social behaviour (16 cases, 20.5%) and criminal damage (6 cases, 7.7%) form the next most common categories, though both remain significantly below UK averages. Seasonal factors may play a role in these patterns, as August is typically a peak holiday month. While empty homes could increase burglary risks in some areas, Humberston and New Waltham's low property crime rate suggests local factors—such as strong community engagement or effective policing—may mitigate these risks. The high proportion of violent crime, however, raises questions about local dynamics, linked to social interactions during summer evenings or unmet demand for support services. This contrast between violent and property crime trends warrants careful consideration of both environmental and socioeconomic influences in the built-up area.

August 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific offence categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 220% (from 5 to 16 cases) and possession of weapons doubling (from 0 to 1 case). Bicycle theft also doubled (from 0 to 2 cases), a trend consistent with increased cycling during warmer weather. These increases contrast with declines in public order offences (-50%) and other crime (-50%), suggesting seasonal fluctuations in social activity. The dominance of violent crime—29% below the UK average for this category—highlights a unique local profile. Violence and sexual offences (1.9 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.7 per 1,000) both remain well below national averages, yet their combined share (71.8%) underscores a stark contrast to areas where property crime typically dominates. The area's vehicle crime rate (0.1 per 1,000) is 78% below the UK average, possibly reflecting lower car ownership or effective street lighting. Residents may find the 18% increase in overall crime rate (from 3.1 to 3.6 per 1,000) noteworthy, though it remains comfortably below national levels.

The crime rate in Humberston and New Waltham rose by 18% in August 2024 compared to the previous month (3.1 to 3.6 per 1,000), yet remains 56.1% below the UK average. Locally, this equates to roughly 3 crimes per day across the built-up area's population of 21,662 residents. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 278 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the local context, the 18% increase translates to 1.3 additional crimes per 1,000 residents, a modest rise that may reflect normal seasonal variations rather than systemic issues. The area's population-scaled perspective reveals a consistently low crime environment, with violent crime rates (1.9 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.7 per 1,000) both significantly below UK averages. This suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, effective policing, or the built-up area's specific characteristics—play a protective role. While the increase in anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft is notable, the overall trajectory remains reassuringly low, reinforcing the area's position as a relatively safe environment compared to national standards.