North Kesteven Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Kesteven's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a stable trend compared to the previous month, with the overall rate rising by 2.2% to 4.1 from 4.0. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.3% of all incidents (198 cases), a rate 39% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 26.4% of total crimes (133 cases), with its rate 17% below the UK average. The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter period and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced patterns, particularly in public order offences, which saw a sharp rise. However, the overall crime picture remains characterised by lower rates compared to national benchmarks, with property crimes at 120 incidents (23.8% of total) and violent crimes dominating the landscape. The area's relatively low crime rate, despite the seasonal fluctuations, suggests a combination of community factors, local policing strategies, and the geographical nature of North Kesteven, which likely includes a mix of rural and urban environments with lower population density contributing to the reduced crime incidence.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from zero to two incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, highlights a notable shift in crime dynamics. Concurrently, public order offences surged by 95.2% (21 to 41), potentially linked to Easter-related events or increased outdoor activity during spring. Violent crimes, at 198 incidents, accounted for 39.3% of all crimes, a proportion 39% below the UK average for this category. The sharp decline in vehicle crime (70.8%) and other crime (76.2%) contrasts with these rises, suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have influenced these trends. Residents should note that while robbery rates have doubled, the overall crime rate remains 46.8% below the UK average, underscoring the area's generally lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks.

North Kesteven's crime rate in April 2025 rose 2.2% to 4.1 per 1,000 residents from 4.0 per 1,000 in March, reflecting a slight upward trend. This equates to 17 crimes reported daily on average, a figure that may appear high to residents but remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 243 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average when considering the area's overall crime rate, which sits 46.8% below the national figure. The population context reveals that while the rate is stable, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable, with no single category dominating the statistics. The rise in public order offences and robbery, coupled with declines in vehicle crime, suggests shifting patterns that warrant closer examination of local factors influencing crime distribution.