Waltham Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Waltham in May 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with neither category dominating the overall rate. At 3.2 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 60% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a figure that positions it as significantly safer than the national benchmark. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.9% of all crimes, a share that, while substantial, remains 53% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This lower rate may reflect the area's character as a built-up district within North East Lincolnshire, where community cohesion and limited nightlife could contribute to reduced violent incidents. Conversely, burglary made up 27.3% of crimes, a category where Waltham's rate of 0.9 per 1,000 is 190% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests that property crime is a more pressing local concern, linked to factors such as housing density or targeted vulnerabilities in certain neighbourhoods. Seasonal dynamics in May—marked by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced the distribution of crimes, with violent incidents linked to socialising patterns and property crimes tied to unoccupied homes during holiday periods. The absence of major spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime, which are typically higher in urban centres, further indicates that Waltham's crime profile is shaped by its specific geographical and demographic context, rather than broader urban trends.

May 2023 saw a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from three to six incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, highlights a significant shift in property crime trends. Violent crimes remained stable at nine incidents, a rate of 1.3 per 1,000—53% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The category of 'other crime' also doubled, from one to two incidents, a figure 114% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This contrast between violent and property crime rates underscores a unique local profile, with violent crime being lower than national standards while burglary remains an area of concern. Residents may find the daily crime count of one per day particularly relevant, offering a tangible measure of local safety in comparison to broader UK statistics.

Waltham's crime rate in May 2023 rose 9.9% from the previous month, moving from 2.9 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, aligns with seasonal patterns typical of May, when longer evenings and bank holidays may influence outdoor socialising and drinking. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a low-frequency exposure for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 309 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the rate relative to the area's population of 6,804. While this is significantly lower than the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, the increase from April suggests a need to monitor trends in specific crime categories, such as burglary, which saw a doubling in reported incidents. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Waltham remains a relatively safe area compared to national benchmarks, though the month-on-month shift highlights the importance of localised factors in shaping crime dynamics.