Witham St Hughs Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 marked a dramatic shift in Witham St Hughs' crime profile, with violent and sexual offences surging by 200% compared to March. This built-up area within North Kesteven recorded a total of 12 crimes, resulting in a crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents — a figure that remains 70.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. The breakdown of incidents reveals a striking dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 75% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and public order offences (8.3%). This stark contrast to the national crime picture highlights the area's unique characteristics. The seasonal context of April — marked by Easter holidays, warmer spring weather, and increased outdoor activity — may have contributed to the rise in violent crimes. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which both saw 100% increases from March, also suggest a possible link to the social dynamics of the Easter period. The absence of property crimes in the breakdown further differentiates Witham St Hughs from other areas where burglary and theft are more prevalent. The low overall crime rate, combined with the significant month-on-month fluctuations, underscores the need for ongoing monitoring of local trends. While the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, the sudden surge in violent crimes raises questions about the factors driving such a rapid increase. The small population of 5,473 residents means that even minor changes in crime numbers can have a noticeable impact on the overall rate. As with all crime statistics, these figures should be interpreted in the context of broader social and environmental factors, including the area's geography and the timing of local events.

April 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in violent and sexual offences, rising from 3 to 9 incidents — the most significant month-on-month swing in the dataset. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in both anti-social behaviour and public order offences, suggests a notable shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes now accounting for 75% of all reported incidents. The violent crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 in Witham St Hughs is 38% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national profile. Residents may find the 200% increase in violent crimes particularly noteworthy, though seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday and increased outdoor activity during spring may have contributed to this change. The absence of property crimes in the breakdown further distinguishes Witham St Hughs from areas where theft and burglary are more common.

The crime rate in Witham St Hughs rose sharply in April 2023, increasing from 0.7 per 1,000 in March to 2.2 per 1,000 — a 200% monthly increase. This jump marks a significant departure from the typically low crime environment seen in this built-up area. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day in April, reflecting the small number of incidents despite the month-on-month rise. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure to crime remains exceptionally low: over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 456 residents. This figure underscores the rarity of incidents in a community of 5,473 people. While the increase in violent crimes may seem alarming, the overall rate remains 70.7% below the UK average, highlighting the area's continued position as a relatively safe locale within the broader context of national crime trends.