North Lincolnshire Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Lincolnshire's crime profile in April 2025 was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.5% of all reported crimes — significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (3.2 per 1,000 locally). This category's prominence reflects the area's social dynamics, where urban centres and community hubs may see higher concentrations of interpersonal disputes. The overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 matched the UK average, but the composition of crimes differed markedly. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.9 per 1,000, was 32% below the national rate, possibly due to local initiatives or demographic factors. Seasonal context played a role in shaping patterns, with Easter-related activities and spring weather likely influencing outdoor crime rates. Shoplifting (0.7 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) also remained above UK averages, suggesting that retail and entertainment sectors continue to be focal points for property crimes. The data illustrates a combination of local conditions and national trends, with violence and sexual offences emerging as the defining feature of the month's crime profile. This dominance may be linked to the area's mix of urban and rural settings, where community interactions and resource availability create distinct risk environments.

April 2025 saw a 90.9% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 11 to 21 incidents. This sharp rise may reflect heightened tensions during the Easter period or increased police visibility in high-risk areas. Bicycle theft also climbed by 33.3%, with 8 reported incidents — a notable uptick that could be linked to the spring season and increased outdoor cycling activity. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 45.5% (from 11 to 6), and burglary dropped 28.4% (from 67 to 48), suggesting improved security measures or seasonal inactivity in residential areas. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences (3.2 per 1,000) remain 23% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.9 per 1,000) is 32% below the national rate. These divergences highlight the area's unique crime profile, with local factors such as community engagement initiatives contributing to the lower anti-social behaviour rates.

North Lincolnshire's crime rate in April 2025 dropped by 4.4% compared to March's 8.1 per 1,000, settling at 7.7 per 1,000 — matching the UK average. This monthly decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as spring weather and Easter-related activities may have temporarily reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 44 crimes were reported in April, equating to one incident for every 129 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is consistent with prior months, it underscores the need for ongoing vigilance in high-traffic areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that 7.7 crimes per 1,000 residents is equivalent to roughly 132 crimes for every 10,000 people, placing North Lincolnshire in line with the UK's broader trend. However, the distribution of crime types within this rate reveals local disparities — violence and sexual offences remain concentrated in the area compared to the UK average.