North Hykeham Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour, the most prevalent crime type in North Hykeham during January 2026, occurred at a rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents—61% above the UK average for this category. This stark contrast to the area’s overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 (44.1% below the UK average) highlights a peculiar imbalance in local crime patterns. While violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.5% of all reported crimes, their rate (1.3 per 1,000) was 48% below the UK average, suggesting a lower incidence of violent crime than expected for a built-up area. Other theft and property crimes collectively made up 9.6% of total offences, but their rates remained below UK benchmarks. Seasonal factors may partly explain these trends: January’s post-holiday period, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail activity could contribute to fewer outdoor crimes, though anti-social behaviour’s sharp rise remains unexplained by typical seasonal patterns. The area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone within a rural district may influence these dynamics, with community interactions and local amenities amplifying or mitigating specific crime types.

Vehicle crime surged by 200% in January 2026, rising from one to three incidents—a significant jump that may reflect increased traffic movement or unsecured vehicles during colder weather. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour jumped 130% (from 10 to 23 cases), marking the most dramatic month-on-month increase in the area’s crime profile. This rise contrasts with an 83.3% drop in burglary, which fell from six to one incident, possibly due to heightened community awareness or seasonal changes in home occupancy. Theft from the person also doubled (from zero to one case). Anti-social behaviour’s rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 61% above the UK average, while violence and sexual offences (1.3 per 1,000) are 48% below the UK benchmark. Residents might find the 200% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a specific vulnerability in local vehicle security practices that could warrant targeted advice from local authorities.

North Hykeham’s crime rate in January 2026 (3.8 per 1,000) was 11.5% higher than the previous month’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000, reflecting a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for consistent community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 264 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average for comparable built-up areas. With a population of 15,325, the local crime profile suggests a relatively safe environment, though the 130% increase in anti-social behaviour raises questions about localized factors influencing community interactions. The 11.5% month-on-month rise may be attributed to seasonal transitions, such as the return of students or changes in social activity patterns from the data alone. These figures, when contextualized against the UK average, highlight North Hykeham’s unique position as a low-crime built-up area with specific vulnerabilities in certain crime categories.