Immingham Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Immingham’s crime rate for December 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 20% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.0. This figure, though modest, underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its industrial and transport-oriented character. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.7% of all incidents, followed by other theft (12.1%) and anti-social behaviour (12.1%). These figures align with the seasonal context of December, which typically sees heightened activity in retail and social spaces due to Christmas shopping and holiday events. However, the high proportion of violent crime in Immingham—13% above the UK average—contrasts with the lower rates of property-related offences such as burglary (43% above UK average) and shoplifting (30% below UK average). This disparity may reflect the area’s mix of residential and industrial zones, where social interactions in public spaces could contribute to higher rates of violence. The seasonal context of December, with its long nights and crowded shopping environments, likely exacerbates tensions in areas with high foot traffic, though the absence of a major spike in property crime suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors may be mitigating risks. The overall crime rate’s consistency with historical trends in Immingham—a built-up area within North East Lincolnshire—indicates that while violent crime remains a concern, the area’s broader crime profile remains below national benchmarks.

December 2025 witnessed a 75% increase in other thefts, rising from 4 to 7 incidents, while shoplifting climbed by 33.3% (3 to 4). These figures contrast sharply with the 80% decline in criminal damage and arson, which fell from 10 to 2, and the 80% drop in public order offences, also from 10 to 2. The crime mix in December shifted significantly, with violent crimes accounting for 51.7% of all incidents—far exceeding the property crime share (34.5%). This imbalance, particularly in violence and sexual offences, places Immingham 13% above the UK average for this category. For residents, the sharp decline in public order offences—now at 2 per 1,000 residents—suggests that holiday-related disruptions may have been less severe than in previous years. Meanwhile, other thefts and shoplifting, though modest in absolute numbers, remain 35% and 30% above UK averages respectively, indicating localized vulnerabilities in retail and personal property security.

December 2025 saw Immingham’s crime rate drop by 35.5% compared to November 2025, falling from 8.7 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns in the area, where holiday periods often see reduced foot traffic in retail and public spaces. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in December, a figure that reflects the relatively low density of reported incidents despite the month’s usual seasonal fluctuations. When scaled to the local population of 10,380, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 179 residents—a ratio that places Immingham well below the UK average for daily crime frequency in similar built-up areas. This population-scaled perspective highlights the area’s effectiveness in managing crime despite its proximity to industrial zones and major transport routes, which might otherwise contribute to higher rates. The reduction in crimes such as public order and criminal damage—down 80% from November—suggests a possible alignment with seasonal closures of businesses and reduced social gatherings during the festive period.