Immingham Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Immingham's crime rate for January 2026 stood at 8.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 23.5% above the UK average of 6.8. This figure underscores a challenging month for local authorities, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile at 35 incidents (40.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (10 cases) and public order offences (8 cases). The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter days—may have contributed to the observed trends. The area's crime profile diverges significantly from the UK average, with public order offences 90% above the national rate and other crime 337% above. This divergence could reflect the area's unique characteristics, such as its industrial heritage or proximity to major transport routes, which may heighten exposure to certain types of crime. The prominence of violence and sexual offences, which account for over 40% of all reported crimes, suggests a pressing need for community engagement and targeted interventions to address underlying social issues. While the seasonal context provides a plausible explanation for some of these trends, the persistence of high rates in specific categories highlights the importance of ongoing analysis and resource allocation to mitigate risks.

January 2026 saw a stark increase in public order offences, which more than tripled from two to eight incidents, marking a 300% rise. This surge, coupled with a 250% increase in criminal damage and arson, suggests a shift in the crime mix toward offences that may be linked to the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours. Conversely, other theft decreased by 28.6%, offering a rare positive trend. Public order offences in Immingham were 90% above the UK average, while other crime was 337% above. These figures contrast sharply with theft from the person, which was 17% below the UK average, indicating a combination of local factors. For residents, the 300% rise in public order offences is a critical insight, as it may signal underlying tensions in communal spaces or during evening hours.

Immingham's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 8.4 per 1,000 residents, a 49.9% increase from December's 5.6 per 1,000. This marks the highest rate recorded in the built-up area since data collection began, though the monthly exposure of one crime per 119 residents remains a local benchmark for understanding risk. On a daily basis, approximately three crimes were reported each day, a figure that, while modest, reflects a notable shift from the previous month. The population context shows that the rate is 23.5% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may partly explain the heightened focus on public order and property crimes. For residents, this translates to a 1-in-119 chance of experiencing a crime over the course of the month, a statistic that underscores the need for community vigilance and targeted policing strategies.