Scunthorpe Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Scunthorpe's crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 43% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 12.1 per 1,000 residents, the area is 49.4% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the unique challenges faced by Scunthorpe, a built-up area within North Lincolnshire that balances industrial heritage with modern urban living. The prevalence of violent crime—specifically violence and sexual offences, which are 82% above the UK average—suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk environments. The area's crime profile is shaped by its role as a regional centre with a mix of retail, industrial, and residential zones. As June marks the beginning of summer, longer daylight hours and the start of the tourist season may contribute to increased public space activity, potentially exacerbating tensions in crowded areas. However, the data also reveals pockets of relative safety: anti-social behaviour is 8% below the UK average, and vehicle crime is 19% below, reflecting the area's lower density of car-centric infrastructure compared to major cities. These contrasts highlight the importance of localized crime prevention strategies that address both the specific vulnerabilities of Scunthorpe and the broader patterns observed nationally.

June 2025 saw a stark rise in robbery, with cases jumping 250% from 4 to 14. This increase, alongside a 266.7% surge in possession of weapons (from 3 to 11), points to a troubling escalation in violent crime. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, climbing 83.3% to 11 cases, potentially linked to summer tourism or increased outdoor activity. Conversely, burglary decreased by 17.5% to 33 cases, a welcome but puzzling shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remain 82% above the UK average at 5.2 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour is 8% below the national average at 1.3 per 1,000. These disparities highlight the area's complex crime profile, where violent incidents dominate but other categories show mixed trends. Residents may find the sharp rise in robberies particularly concerning, as it represents a significant departure from previous months.

Scunthorpe's crime rate in June 2025 rose to 12.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.0% increase from the previous month's 10.5 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average, but the month-on-month shift highlights specific trends. On average, 33 crimes were reported daily in June, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 82 residents, a ratio that, while not alarmingly high in absolute terms, reflects the area's unique challenges. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when considering Scunthorpe's population of 81,651 and its role as a regional hub with mixed urban and industrial characteristics. The rise in violent crime, coupled with a drop in burglary, suggests a shift in criminal focus from property to personal safety, which may be linked to seasonal factors or changes in community dynamics.