Scunthorpe Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 saw Scunthorpe’s crime rate remain elevated, with 11.9 crimes reported per 1,000 residents — 67.6% above the UK average of 7.1. This places the area among the most crime-prone locations in the country, a pattern consistent with its status as a mid-sized town with a mix of industrial and retail zones. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.6% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (10.5%) and public order issues (8.7%). These figures align with Scunthorpe’s character as a town with a significant retail presence, which may contribute to shoplifting rates, and a social environment where public order disputes are more frequent than the UK average. Seasonal context also plays a role: February, as a winter month with low outdoor activity, typically sees a pre-spring lull in certain crimes, yet the persistence of high violent crime rates suggests underlying social or economic factors may be at play. The town’s crime profile contrasts sharply with national trends, particularly in violent crime, which is 84% above the UK average. This divergence could reflect localized pressures, such as community tensions or insufficient targeted policing, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such connections. Overall, the data highlights a need for sustained attention to both violent crime and public order issues in Scunthorpe.

February 2024 revealed marked shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons surging by 112.5% (from 8 to 17 incidents) — a stark increase that may signal evolving criminal activity or increased police visibility. Robbery also rose sharply, with a 55.6% increase to 14 cases, while public order offences jumped 52.7% to 84 incidents, suggesting heightened tensions or events in the town. Conversely, burglary fell by 31.5% (from 111 to 76), possibly due to seasonal factors or improved security measures. Vehicle crime also declined by 19.1% (from 47 to 38). Anti-social behaviour in Scunthorpe was 24% below the UK average, a rare positive deviation that may reflect community initiatives or local policing efforts. The most concerning trend, however, is the persistent gap between Scunthorpe and the UK average for violent crime, which remains 84% higher. For residents, the sharp rise in possession of weapons is a critical data point, indicating potential increases in knife crime or other weapon-related offences that could pose immediate safety concerns.

Scunthorpe’s crime rate in February 2024 (11.9 per 1,000) was virtually unchanged from the previous month’s rate of 11.8, indicating a stable trend despite the sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately 33 crimes per day — a figure that, while consistent with February’s typical low outdoor activity, underscores the density of crime in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 84 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 81,651 people. When compared to the UK average, Scunthorpe’s crime profile is strikingly divergent: while violent crime is 84% above the national average, anti-social behaviour is 24% below, suggesting a combination of local factors. The population context also matters: with a relatively modest population, the absolute number of crimes (969) is manageable, but the per capita rate remains a cause for concern. This comparison reveals that Scunthorpe’s challenges are not just about volume but about proportion — its violent crime rate is nearly double the UK average, a disparity that may reflect unique socio-economic conditions or policing strategies.