Humberston and New Waltham Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Humberston and New Waltham in May 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences dominating the landscape. At 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 46.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently lower-than-average risk of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.7% of all reported crimes (43 incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (13.8%) and anti-social behaviour (9.6%). This mix suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and community-level disruptions rather than property-focused crimes, which are typically more prevalent in high-density urban areas. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to the prominence of violent crimes, as late-night activity in public spaces may heighten opportunities for confrontations. The area's violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 29% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 2.8 per 1,000 rate seen nationally. This could reflect the built-up area's relatively smaller population and lower levels of transient populations, which often correlate with higher rates of violent incidents. However, the presence of criminal damage and arson at 0.6 per 1,000—matching the UK average—suggests that property-related vandalism remains a consistent concern, linked to the area's industrial heritage or underutilised public spaces. The low rate of shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000) and other theft (0.3 per 1,000) further supports the notion that this area's crime mix differs from commercial hubs, where retail crime is more common. These patterns align with the characteristics of a mid-sized built-up area within North East Lincolnshire, where community cohesion and local policing may play a role in mitigating violent crime while leaving other categories like vandalism and anti-social behaviour more exposed to seasonal fluctuations.

May 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with vehicle crime surging by 166.7% (from 3 to 8 incidents), a jump that may reflect increased motor vehicle usage during the Easter and bank holiday period. This spike contrasts with a 60.9% decline in anti-social behaviour (from 23 to 9 incidents), possibly indicating a temporary reduction in public disturbances linked to community events or heightened police presence. The violent crime category, which accounted for 45.7% of all reported incidents, remained significantly below the UK average (2.0 vs 2.8 per 1,000), a consistent pattern that may stem from the area's lower population density and established social networks. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose sharply by 85.7% (from 7 to 13 incidents), tied to the seasonal increase in outdoor activity and the presence of vacant or under-maintained properties. The breakdown also reveals a 100% increase in other thefts (from 3 to 6 incidents), suggesting heightened opportunistic behaviour during the month. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with some categories responding directly to seasonal rhythms while others remain anchored to structural factors. For residents, the 166.7% rise in vehicle crime serves as a clear indicator to secure vehicles during peak travel periods, even as other categories show contrasting trends.

The crime rate in Humberston and New Waltham remained stable at 4.3 per 1,000 residents in May 2025, matching the previous month's rate. This consistency is notable given the typical seasonal variability seen in many areas, though the built-up nature of the region may contribute to more stable crime patterns compared to rural or highly transient locations. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 3 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 230 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—1-in-230—provides a tangible benchmark for residents assessing their personal risk, particularly in comparison to larger urban centres where the ratio might be significantly lower. With a population of 21,662, the area's relatively low crime rate and manageable daily figures suggest a community with effective local crime prevention mechanisms, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime highlights potential vulnerabilities in specific sectors. The comparison to the UK average further underscores the area's distinctiveness, with its violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour rate (0.4 per 1,000) both falling far below national benchmarks. This suggests that while the area is not immune to crime, its unique demographic and geographic profile—likely shaped by its role as a built-up area within North East Lincolnshire—creates conditions that suppress certain types of criminal activity while allowing others to persist at average levels.