North Lincolnshire Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Lincolnshire’s crime rate for December 2025 remained stable at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, exactly matching the UK average. This figure, while consistent with national benchmarks, reflects a mix of localised trends shaped by the area’s geography and seasonal context. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41% of all reported incidents — a significant share that outpaces the UK average by 13%. Shoplifting and criminal damage and arson also featured prominently, with the former 23% above the UK average and the latter 15% above. These patterns may be influenced by North Lincolnshire’s status as a mixed urban-rural district, where retail centres and high streets in towns like Scunthorpe likely drive shoplifting, while seasonal property neglect during holidays could contribute to criminal damage. The month’s context — Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and the closure of some homes — likely amplified certain risks. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 46% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with property crimes (426) accounting for 35% of total incidents, compared to 41% for violent crimes, a trend consistent with other UK regions during the festive period. This snapshot underscores the area’s unique challenges, shaped by both its demographics and the seasonal rhythms of December.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons rising by 140% compared to November, a stark increase that may reflect heightened tensions during the holiday season. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 23.9%, potentially linked to reduced nightlife activity as venues closed for Christmas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41% of all crimes, and were 13% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge in this category. Vehicle crime increased by 14.3%, due to seasonal changes in parking habits or increased vehicle movement during the festive period. Meanwhile, burglary fell by 21.8%, a decline that may be attributed to heightened security measures during the holidays. Bicycle theft also dropped by 17.6%, influenced by colder weather reducing outdoor activity. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics.

North Lincolnshire's crime rate in December 2025 fell by 2.2% compared to November, settling at 7.0 per 1,000 residents — matching the UK average. This decline follows a slight uptick in November, suggesting a stabilisation in local crime trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded 39 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, reflects the seasonal pressures of December, including holiday-related activity and reduced foot traffic in some areas. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 142 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area’s population density and geographic spread. With 171,336 residents, the local authority’s size and mix of urban and rural communities likely influence this distribution, though the exact balance between densely populated towns and sparsely inhabited areas remains unclear. This rate does not account for the broader UK context, as no national daily or monthly exposure figures are provided for comparison.