North Lincolnshire Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, North Lincolnshire recorded 1,427 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents—3.8% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure translates to roughly one crime reported for every 120 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (10.9%) and public order offences (10.0%). These patterns align with the area’s mix of urban and rural characteristics, where densely populated centres may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime, while broader geographic spread could influence lower property crime rates compared to more compact urban areas. Seasonal factors in October, such as darker evenings and Halloween activities, may have influenced the timing of certain incidents. The overall crime rate remains relatively stable compared to recent months, with no dramatic shifts observed in the distribution of crime types. The rate of violence and sexual offences in North Lincolnshire (3.3 per 1,000) is 22% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect local socioeconomic factors or policing priorities. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour rates are 30% below the national average, suggesting effective community engagement strategies or lower concentrations of high-risk populations in certain areas. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-crime categories while building on successes in reducing disruptive behaviours.

October 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 44.2% compared to the previous month, rising from 43 to 62 incidents. This increase may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as the return of colder weather encouraging more outdoor activity, or shifts in local traffic patterns. Conversely, public order offences fell by 21.4% (from 182 to 143), potentially reflecting reduced Halloween-related disturbances or successful policing efforts in high-footfall areas. Another striking trend was the 22.2% rise in possession of weapons offences, from 9 to 11 incidents, a figure that remains 43% above the UK average. This could indicate persistent challenges in addressing illicit weapon distribution or heightened tensions in specific communities. On the other hand, theft from the person offences dropped by 50.0%, from 4 to 2, a decline that may be linked to improved security measures or reduced opportunities in retail environments. The breakdown of crime types also reveals stark contrasts with national averages: violence and sexual offences are 22% above the UK rate, while anti-social behaviour is 30% below. These variations underscore the importance of localized approaches to crime prevention, ensuring resources are allocated to areas and categories where they are most needed.

North Lincolnshire’s crime rate in October 2023 (8.3 per 1,000) marked a 4.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.7 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable reduction in overall criminal activity. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in similar areas during the transition from autumn to winter, where reduced daylight hours and colder temperatures may curtail certain types of outdoor crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 46 crimes per day in October, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 120 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places North Lincolnshire in the middle range compared to other UK regions with comparable population sizes. When scaled to the area’s population of 171,336, this means that every resident faces a 0.083% chance of being directly involved in a crime during October. While the overall rate remains slightly above the UK average, the month-on-month decline suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have contributed to a temporary slowdown in criminal activity. This context is crucial for residents and local authorities, as it highlights both the persistent challenges and the potential for improvement in maintaining public safety.