North Kesteven Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Kesteven’s crime rate in August 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 42.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure underscores the district’s relatively low crime profile, which is consistent with its character as a largely rural and suburban area with limited urban density. The most frequently reported crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.8%) and public order offences (9.0%). These patterns align with the area’s demographic and geographic traits, where community policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced violent crime rates. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data, as August—a peak holiday month—typically sees an increase in burglary due to unoccupied homes, yet the overall rate remains well below national averages. The lower prevalence of property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are 72% and 56% below UK averages respectively, may reflect effective local initiatives or the absence of high-traffic commercial zones that typically drive such offences. However, the slight seasonal increase in burglary and other crime categories highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly during periods of heightened tourism or temporary population shifts.

August 2024 saw a significant drop in shoplifting, with reported incidents falling by 42.6% (from 47 to 27), a decline that may be attributed to reduced foot traffic during the summer holidays or increased police presence in retail areas. Conversely, burglary rose sharply by 100%, with incidents increasing from 7 to 14, potentially linked to the seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month when homes are more likely to be unoccupied. Other crime also saw a notable 83.3% increase, from 6 to 11, suggesting a broader uptick in incidents that could not be immediately tied to specific factors. Meanwhile, robbery fell by 75%, from 4 to 1, a reduction that may reflect improved community engagement or targeted policing efforts. The breakdown of crimes shows that violence and sexual offences remain the most common category, accounting for 37.6% of all reported incidents, a rate that is 33% below the UK average. These figures highlight both areas of improvement and emerging challenges, with the latter requiring further analysis to determine underlying causes.

North Kesteven’s crime rate in August 2024 rose slightly by 6.2% from 4.4 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents compared to July. below the UK average. This translates to roughly 18 crimes reported daily, a figure that suggests a relatively low level of criminal activity for the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 215 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the district’s overall safety profile. The slight increase in August may reflect seasonal factors, such as the influx of holiday visitors or changes in local routines, but the rate remains well within the lower end of the national spectrum. When contextualised against North Kesteven’s population of 122,468, the 569 total crimes reported are spread across a broad geographic area, which may contribute to the lower concentration of incidents compared to more densely populated regions. This monthly exposure figure, while modest, serves as a reminder that crime remains a manageable concern for residents, with no single category dominating the statistics.