North Hykeham Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 15,325 residents, North Hykeham’s 63 reported crimes in May 2025 equate to 4.1 crimes per 1,000 people—49.4% below the UK average of 8.1. This rate underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the national picture, where crime rates are consistently higher. The crime profile reflects a mix of violent and property-related incidents, with violence and sexual offences making up 31.8% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.4%) and criminal damage and arson (11.1%). These figures align with patterns typical of smaller built-up areas, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced crime rates. Seasonal factors in May—longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely influence the distribution of crimes, particularly in public spaces. While violent crime remains a concern, its rate (1.3 per 1,000) is 54% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or demographic factors that mitigate risk. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remains a persistent issue, potentially linked to the area’s social dynamics and community engagement efforts. The overall crime rate and breakdown highlight a balance between manageable challenges and a generally secure environment for residents.

May 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with public order offences surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents), marking a sharp increase that could reflect heightened social activity during the month’s longer evenings. Concurrently, drug-related crimes doubled from zero to one, and theft from the person rose by 100%, indicating potential vulnerabilities in specific contexts such as public events or increased foot traffic. These increases contrast with declines in other areas: other theft fell by 40% (from 5 to 3), shoplifting decreased by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), and anti-social behaviour dropped by 23.8% (from 21 to 16). The reduction in anti-social behaviour may signal the impact of targeted interventions or seasonal patterns, as May’s bank holidays could temporarily alter community interactions. Violent crime, though remaining a significant category, is 54% below the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of safety in the area. Burglary—unlike other property crimes—sits 7% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), hinting at localized risks that may require further investigation. For residents, the daily crime count of two incidents per day offers a tangible frame of reference for understanding the area’s security context.

North Hykeham’s crime rate in May 2025 (4.1 per 1,000) represents a 5.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.4, illustrating a modest but measurable decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly two crimes per day—a figure that, while non-zero, remains relatively low for a built-up area of this size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 243 residents, a monthly exposure rate that positions North Hykeham as significantly safer than the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be much higher. When scaled to the area’s population of 15,325, the 63 crimes recorded in May equate to an average of 0.0041 crimes per resident, a statistic that underscores the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives in maintaining low crime levels. This contrast with the UK-wide context highlights the unique characteristics of North Hykeham, where factors such as lower population density, strong community ties, or effective law enforcement strategies may contribute to its comparatively secure environment. The consistency in maintaining a crime rate well below the national average, despite seasonal fluctuations, suggests a resilient framework for crime prevention that could serve as a model for similar areas.