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

Barton-upon-Humber's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.4% below the UK average of 7.8. This figure reflects a built-up area within North Lincolnshire, where violent crimes (38 cases, 53.5% of total) dominated the crime profile, followed by anti-social behaviour (7 cases, 9.9%) and criminal damage and arson (7 cases, 9.9%). The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings, may have influenced patterns. Violent crimes, at 3.2 per 1,000, exceeded the UK average for this category by 17%, likely consistent with the area's urban character and potential for interpersonal conflicts in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, while rising sharply, remains 52% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community policing or demographic characteristics may be at play. Property crimes, including vehicle crime (5 cases) and burglary (1 case), accounted for 28.2% of total crimes, with burglary's rate (0.1 per 1,000) 64% below the UK average. This contrast with higher violent crime rates indicates a combination of local conditions and national trends, warranting continued analysis of seasonal and demographic influences.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in March 2025 was the 600% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 1 to 7 cases. This spike, coupled with a 133.3% rise in criminal damage and arson, points to a notable shift in local crime dynamics. Violent crimes (38 cases, 53.5% of total) remained the largest category, but their rate of 3.2 per 1,000 was 17% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 100% compared to February, with 4 cases recorded (0.3 per 1,000), 56% below the UK average. The reduction in burglary (from 4 to 1 cases, -75%) may reflect seasonal changes, as March's longer evenings could reduce opportunities for daytime break-ins. Residents may find the 52% UK deficit in anti-social behaviour noteworthy, suggesting local efforts in community engagement may be yielding results.

Barton-upon-Humber's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 5.9 per 1,000 residents, a 42.0% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.2. This shift places the area's current rate 24.4% below the UK average of 7.8, though the gap has narrowed from earlier months. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported per day in March, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 169 residents. This ratio is consistent with the area's built-up character within North Lincolnshire, where population density may influence crime visibility. The increase in violent crimes (38 cases, 53.5% of total) compared to property crimes (20 cases, 28.2%) suggests a shift in crime mix, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as the transition to longer evenings. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the month-on-month rise highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of local trends.