North Lincolnshire Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

North Lincolnshire recorded 1,424 crimes in October 2024, translating to a crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents—2.5% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, when contextualized against the area’s population of 171,336, underscores the volume of incidents relative to a mid-sized local authority district. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (35.5% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (11.9%) and shoplifting (10.4%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics, as October’s darker evenings and Halloween festivities may have contributed to increased reports of anti-social behaviour and public order issues. However, the data also reveals stark contrasts: while violence rates are 12% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour is 46% below, suggesting localized efforts or environmental factors that suppress certain types of crime. The elevated rates of burglary (112% above the UK average) and criminal damage (69% above) may be influenced by the area’s industrial and rural landscapes, which could present unique opportunities for property-related crimes. These findings highlight the complexity of crime trends in a district that balances urban centres with more sparsely populated regions, where different social and economic pressures may shape criminal activity in distinct ways.

October saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 52.6% (38 to 58) and criminal damage and arson rising by 46.6% (116 to 170). These increases may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween-related activities, though local conditions like increased vehicle movement or property vulnerabilities could also contribute. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 9.5% (559 to 506), linked to the end of term or reduced public gatherings. The district’s rates for criminal damage and burglary are above the UK average, with burglary 112% higher than the national rate (0.3 per 1,000). This divergence could be tied to North Lincolnshire’s mix of urban and rural areas, where isolated properties or industrial zones might be more prone to such crimes. Residents may find the 52.6% rise in vehicle crime particularly concerning, as it suggests a need for heightened vigilance in parking areas or near high-traffic zones.

North Lincolnshire’s crime rate in October 2024 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, a 4.3% increase from the previous month’s 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 46 crimes reported daily across the district, which has a population of 171,336. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 120 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively large area. When compared to the UK average, the district’s rate is 2.5% higher, though local variations in crime patterns suggest factors beyond national trends may be at play. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is slightly above the UK average, the absolute number of crimes—1,424—reflects the district’s size and potentially its geographic and economic characteristics. For example, the higher-than-average rates for criminal damage and burglary may be linked to the area’s industrial heritage and rural-urban mix, which could create distinct vulnerabilities compared to more densely populated or tourist-heavy regions.