Immingham Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2024, Immingham recorded 47 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents—41.6% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure, contextualised by the area's population of 10,380, suggests a relatively low level of criminal activity for a built-up area within North East Lincolnshire. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (20 incidents, 42.6% of total), followed by shoplifting (9, 19.2%) and other theft (5, 10.6%). The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the transition to spring—may have influenced these patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to higher shoplifting rates. However, the sharp decline in violent crime compared to previous months (a 50% drop from 40 to 20 incidents) contrasts with the rise in property-related offences. This shift could be attributed to local factors such as changes in community engagement, policing strategies, or temporary disruptions to criminal networks. Immingham's overall crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area's smaller population, lower urban density, or specific socio-economic conditions. The balance between property and violent crime also diverges from national trends, where violent crime typically constitutes a larger share of total incidents. These patterns highlight the importance of considering local context when interpreting crime statistics, as national averages may not fully capture the nuances of smaller, more specialised areas.

April 2024 brought notable fluctuations in crime types, with shoplifting rising by 50% (from 6 to 9 incidents) and violence and sexual offences dropping by 50% (from 40 to 20). This shift suggests a potential reallocation of criminal activity, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as Easter-related retail activity or changes in public behaviour during spring. Other theft also increased by 25%, though it remained below the UK average for this category. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50%, a decrease that may reflect reduced outdoor activity or changes in parking patterns. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast with the UK average: while shoplifting in Immingham is 34% higher than the national rate, violent crime is 26% lower. These variations highlight the area's unique characteristics, with property crimes (22) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (20), a balance that diverges from many urban centres where violent crime typically dominates.

Immingham's crime rate in April 2024 fell to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 37.3% drop from the previous month's rate of 7.2. This decline suggests a shift in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 221 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to a relatively low frequency compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population of 10,380, this means the community faced fewer incidents than might be expected for an area of this size, though seasonal factors such as Easter and spring weather may have influenced this trend. The contrast with the UK average—where crime rates are typically higher—highlights the area's distinct profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm whether this reflects structural differences in policing, demographics, or local geography.