Ruskington Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ruskington’s crime rate in January 2025 remained exceptionally low, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents—74.6% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. The area’s overall safety is underscored by the fact that only 10 crimes were recorded across its population of 5,684, a figure that highlights the rarity of incidents in this built-up area of North Kesteven. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 20%, with property-related crimes making up the remaining 40%. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the low volume of outdoor crimes, which are typically more common in busier months. However, the data also reveals a concerning trend: criminal damage and arson, as well as bicycle theft, both saw a 100% increase from the previous month, despite the overall decline in crime. These isolated spikes may be influenced by factors such as colder weather driving vandalism or unsecured property in residential areas. The low levels of violent crime, particularly the 60% decrease in violence and sexual offences, could be attributed to seasonal factors like reduced social gatherings or the absence of university students. Ruskington’s crime profile, while generally safe, underscores the need for targeted awareness around property security and community vigilance.

January 2025 saw a 100% increase in both criminal damage and arson and bicycle theft, with one incident each in a month that previously recorded none. This spike in property-related crimes contrasts with the 60% drop in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 10 to 4 incidents. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by two-thirds, from six to two cases. While most categories remain well below the UK average—violence and sexual offences are 72% below the national rate—bicycle theft stands out as 300% above the UK average for this category. This anomaly may reflect local factors, such as unsecured bike storage in residential areas. Residents should remain vigilant about securing personal property, particularly bicycles, given the sharp increase in thefts. The decline in violent crime, however, suggests that community initiatives or seasonal factors may have contributed to a safer environment during the month.

Ruskington’s crime rate in January 2025 fell to 1.8 per 1,000 residents, a 54.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000. This sharp decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with crime levels 74.6% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly zero crimes per day over the 31-day period, a statistic that aligns with the low overall rate. When scaled to the population, one crime occurred for every 568 residents during the month—a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in Ruskington. While the overall rate is exceptionally low, the rise in criminal damage and arson (+100%) and bicycle theft (+100%) contrasts with the broader trend of decline. These increases, though small in absolute terms, warrant attention, particularly as bicycle theft is 300% above the UK average for this category. The data suggests that while Ruskington remains overwhelmingly safe, specific vulnerabilities—such as unsecured bikes or isolated properties—may contribute to these isolated spikes.