Barton-upon-Humber Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Barton-upon-Humber’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.3% below the UK average of 7.1. This performance highlights the area’s position as a relatively safe built-up zone within North Lincolnshire, a region historically marked by industrial decline and limited urban density. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 49.3% of all reported incidents, a rate of 2.8 per 1,000 that is 12% above the UK average. This anomaly may be partially explained by the town’s strategic location along major transport routes, which could facilitate the movement of individuals involved in such offences. Conversely, shoplifting and vehicle crime each contributed 8.7% of total incidents, with shoplifting falling 19% below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) and vehicle crime 22% above (0.4 per 1,000). These contrasting trends suggest a combination of local infrastructure and national patterns, with Barton’s retail sector seemingly benefiting from robust security measures, while its road networks may present vulnerabilities for vehicle-related crimes. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the overall decrease in outdoor crimes, though the persistent prevalence of violent incidents indicates deeper socio-economic factors at play. The area’s relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000, 59% below the UK average) and criminal damage (0.4 per 1,000, 22% below) further reinforces the impression of a community with lower levels of disorder compared to the national picture. However, the absence of significant tourist activity or high-density residential zones means that Barton’s crime profile is shaped more by its industrial and commuter characteristics than by the seasonal dynamics typical of coastal or university towns.

January 2025 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and burglary increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3). These spikes, while statistically significant, remain below the UK average for vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) but exceed the national rate for burglary (0.3 per 1,000). Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 58.3% (from 12 to 5), and other theft dropped by 60% (from 10 to 4), reflecting a possible shift in community dynamics or policing focus. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 49.3% of all reported incidents—contrasts with the UK average for this category (2.5 per 1,000), where Barton’s rate of 2.8 per 1,000 is 12% higher. This discrepancy may be partly explained by the town’s proximity to larger urban centres, which could see a spillover of incidents during colder months. Residents may find the 8.7% share of shoplifting crimes noteworthy, as this category is 19% below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), suggesting effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic during January’s post-holiday period.

Barton-upon-Humber’s crime rate in January 2025 fell to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 9.1% decline from December’s 6.3 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the area’s historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average, which stood at 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported over the 31 days, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively stable security environment. When scaled to the local population of 11,989, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 174 residents—a rate significantly lower than the UK average, which would see one crime for every 140 residents. This statistic underscores the area’s position as a safer-than-average locality, though local factors such as the town’s industrial heritage and limited nightlife may contribute to this pattern. The absence of major tourist attractions or high-density residential zones likely reduces opportunities for certain types of crime, such as theft from the person or vehicle-related offences, which are more common in urban or coastal areas. However, the balance of violent crimes and property crimes in Barton suggests that localised factors, such as community policing efforts or demographic shifts, may play a role in maintaining this lower rate.