North Kesteven Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Kesteven's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 47.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This marked contrast with national trends is most evident in the category of violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 1.5 per 1,000—47% below the UK average. The area's crime profile is dominated by violent offences (33% of total), anti-social behaviour (29.5%), and shoplifting (8.8%), with property crimes collectively accounting for just 26.8% of all incidents. This skew toward violent and disorderly offences may reflect the district's suburban character and the presence of community spaces that can sometimes become venues for public disorder. Seasonal factors in July, including the peak of the tourism season and the summer festival calendar, likely contribute to the prominence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which saw rates 38% and 68% below UK averages respectively. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 further suggests that North Kesteven's infrastructure and traffic patterns may create fewer opportunities for such crimes. This pattern is consistent with other parts of the UK where lower vehicle density and better street lighting correlate with reduced vehicle-related crime. The overall crime rate remains one of the lowest in the country, a position reinforced by the exceptionally low rates of robbery (100% below the UK average) and burglary (68% below the UK average). These figures may be influenced by the area's relatively low population density and the presence of open spaces that deter certain types of criminal activity.

July 2024 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to two reported incidents. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential shift in criminal activity patterns during the summer season. Conversely, burglary dropped by 61.1% compared to the UK average, with only seven incidents recorded—far below the national rate of 0.3 per 1,000. The category of 'other crime' fell by 73.9%, from 23 to 6 cases, suggesting a possible reduction in non-specific offences. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type at 177 incidents, remained 47% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's lower population density and suburban environment. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person particularly noteworthy, as it signals a rare but notable change in local crime patterns.

North Kesteven's crime rate in July 2024 dropped 14.5% compared to June, falling from 5.1 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months, when schools are out and tourism peaks, often correlating with reduced opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime statistics show 17 crimes reported on average each day in July, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 228 residents, a ratio that underscores the area's safety relative to other parts of the UK. When scaled to the local population of 122,468, this means fewer residents are directly affected by crime than in regions with higher rates. The decrease in burglary and vehicle crime, which fell by 61.1% and 78% respectively compared to UK averages, further illustrates the district's distinct crime dynamics, potentially influenced by its suburban character and lower population density.