Immingham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

September 2023 saw Immingham’s crime rate rise to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.2% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure, though modestly higher than the national benchmark, underscores a shift in the area’s crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for 56% of all reported crimes, a rate 64% above the UK average. This category’s prominence may reflect the area’s demographics, with the built-up nature of Immingham likely contributing to higher concentrations of incidents in public spaces. Public order offences, at 10.7% of total crimes, also exceeded UK rates by 45%, potentially tied to the seasonal rhythm of September, as students return and evenings grow darker. Other theft followed closely, at 9.5% of the total, with a rate 33% above the UK average. This could indicate a combination of increased foot traffic and targeted opportunities for theft in retail or commercial zones. The seasonal context of September—back to school, university freshers, and the onset of darker evenings—likely plays a role in these patterns, with social activity and reduced visibility creating conditions for certain crimes to escalate. While property crimes remain relatively low compared to violent offences, the dramatic increase in vehicle crime—rising from one to six incidents—suggests a need for targeted measures in areas with high vehicle density, such as near Immingham’s port or industrial zones. The area’s built-up character, while not explicitly defined in the data, may contribute to the mix of crime types observed, with a balance between public space activity and more isolated incidents.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift was a 500% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to six incidents. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the return of university students or increased freight activity near Immingham’s port. Other theft also doubled, potentially reflecting opportunistic behaviour during the transition to shorter evenings. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 56% of all crimes, a rate 64% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast suggests local challenges in addressing violent crime, which could be tied to the area’s demographics or social dynamics. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and burglary were significantly below UK averages, with the latter at 69% below, due to effective local policing or community initiatives. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high vehicle density, as this category saw the most extreme increase.

Immingham's September 2023 crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 50.1% increase from August's 5.4 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward trend. This surge translates to roughly three crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that underscores the urgency of local vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 124 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, signals a notable shift from the prior month. When contextualised against the area's population of 10,380, this means 84 crimes were distributed across a community of this size, highlighting the need for targeted community engagement. The previous month’s rate, though lower, suggests that September’s figures may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the return of students and the transition into darker evenings, which could affect crime patterns in public spaces.