Humberston and New Waltham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Humberston and New Waltham maintain a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 57.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This built-up area within North East Lincolnshire continues to exhibit a crime profile significantly safer than the national average, though localised spikes in specific categories demand attention. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.6% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (27.5%) and criminal damage and arson (14.5%). The seasonal context of November—marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—may partly explain the persistence of violent crime and anti-social behaviour, which often escalate during periods of reduced visibility and increased public activity. Despite the overall rate remaining well below UK levels, the concentration of violent crime highlights the need for community vigilance in areas frequented by young people and during late-night hours. The area’s relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates, both 68% and 77% below UK averages respectively, suggest effective local measures in securing properties and vehicles, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour warrants further scrutiny. The month’s data underscores a combination of seasonal dynamics and entrenched patterns, with the area’s character as a mixed-use town centre likely contributing to its distinct crime profile.

November 2024 brought a significant 90% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 10 to 19 incidents. This surge, despite an overall crime rate decline of 10.1% from October’s 3.6 per 1,000, signals a worrying shift in local crime dynamics. Anti-social behaviour now constitutes 27.5% of all reported crimes, with no clear immediate explanation for the jump—though the timing aligns with the end of term for local schools and the start of winter nights. In contrast, other theft, shoplifting, and vehicle crime all declined sharply: other theft fell 80% (from 5 to 1), shoplifting dropped 66.7% (from 3 to 1), and vehicle crime decreased by 57.1% (from 7 to 3). These reductions may reflect heightened community awareness during the festive season or the impact of targeted police initiatives. Violent crime remains 50% below the UK average, with 1.3 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. However, the spike in anti-social behaviour underscores a need for residents to remain alert, particularly in public spaces during evenings. The breakdown also reveals that criminal damage and arson (14.5% of all crimes) and public order offences (4.4%) remain persistent issues, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing community tensions and enforcing anti-social conduct laws.

The crime rate in November 2024 (3.2 per 1,000) represents a 10.1% decrease from October’s 3.6 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable trend toward lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, still necessitates awareness given the nature of incidents reported. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 314 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while far below the UK average, highlights the importance of individual vigilance in a community where violent and anti-social incidents can still occur. The population context of 21,662 residents further illustrates the scale: with fewer than 70 crimes recorded, the area’s overall safety remains evident, though the concentrated nature of certain crime types—particularly anti-social behaviour—suggests that localised interventions may be required. Compared to the UK, Humberston and New Waltham’s performance in reducing violent crime (50% below the national average) and burglary (68% below) demonstrates effective policing strategies, but the 90% rise in anti-social behaviour indicates a potential vulnerability in addressing community-level issues. Residents should consider these statistics when assessing personal risk, particularly during late evenings and in areas with high foot traffic.