Humberston and New Waltham Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 21,662 residents, the 59 reported crimes in January 2025 equate to a crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 people, placing Humberston and New Waltham 62% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national trends, though the monthly figure marks a 25.3% increase from December 2024. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 55.9% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.2%) and public order offences (10.2%). The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period with reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours—may have contributed to the lower volume of property-related crimes typically associated with busier months. However, the sharp rise in public order offences and shoplifting suggests potential shifts in local dynamics, such as increased community tensions or targeted retail theft. While the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, the area’s crime mix reflects a combination of factors, including its built-up nature within North East Lincolnshire and the influence of seasonal transitions on crime patterns. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes, particularly burglary (67% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (76% below), may indicate effective local policing strategies or environmental design features that deter such offences. These figures illustrate a community with relatively low baseline crime levels, but one that experiences periodic spikes in specific categories, necessitating ongoing vigilance and targeted interventions.

January 2025 saw stark shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences increasing by 500%—from one to six incidents—marking the most significant monthly jump in the area. Shoplifting also rose sharply, tripling from one to four cases, while criminal damage and arson doubled to six incidents. These increases contrast with declines in burglary (-75%), anti-social behaviour (-75%), and vehicle crime (-50%), suggesting seasonal or situational factors may have influenced these trends. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 55.9% of all crimes, though this rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 40% below the UK average. The sharp rise in public order offences may reflect post-holiday tensions or increased community gatherings during the winter months. Residents might find the shoplifting data particularly noteworthy, as it highlights a potential vulnerability in local retail security measures.

Humberston and New Waltham's crime rate in January 2025 rose by 25.3% compared to December 2024, increasing from 2.2 to 2.7 per 1,000 residents. This monthly figure translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 367 residents over the course of the month. While this represents a modest upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 7.1 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective shows that for every 1,000 residents, the area experiences just 2.7 crimes annually, compared to 7.1 nationally. This suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or environmental design—may be contributing to the area's consistently lower crime rates despite the recent increase. The daily crime context provides residents with a tangible measure of risk, helping them understand the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives.