South Holland Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate South Holland's crime profile in August 2023, accounting for nearly 40% of all reported crimes. This category, which includes assaults, sexual violence, and related incidents, remains 20% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents. The area's overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents is 33.3% below the national average, a disparity that reflects both local demographic factors and seasonal patterns. August, as a peak holiday month, likely influences crime dynamics through increased tourism and the temporary absence of residents from their homes. This may partly explain the 37% below UK average for anti-social behaviour (17.1% of total crimes) and the 71% below UK average for burglary (2.3% of total crimes). The latter figure, which fell by 63.6% compared to July, suggests that heightened security during the summer holidays or the presence of more residents in their homes may have contributed to this decline. However, the rise in bicycle theft—122% above the UK average—highlights a specific vulnerability, linked to the increased number of cyclists during the warmer months. The crime mix also shows a notable absence of theft from the person, with only two incidents reported, 100% below the UK average. This pattern may be influenced by the area's character, which appears to be a mix of suburban and rural elements where outdoor theft is less prevalent. The dominance of violent crime over property-related offences contrasts with many UK regions, where property crimes often dominate. This suggests that South Holland's crime profile is shaped by local factors such as community dynamics, policing strategies, or the presence of specific at-risk populations. The seasonal context of August, with its mix of tourism and holiday activity, likely plays a role in sustaining the high proportion of violent crime, though the exact mechanisms remain complex and warrant further analysis.

August 2023 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 8 to 16 incidents. This sharp rise may partly explain the elevated share of bicycle theft in the crime mix, which now stands at 3.0 per 1,000 residents—122% above the UK average. Meanwhile, burglary dropped by 63.6% compared to July, with reported incidents falling from 33 to 12. This significant decrease aligns with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month when empty homes may be more securely occupied. The violent crime category, which accounts for 39.2% of all reported crimes, remains 20% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (17.1% of total crimes) is 37% below the UK average, suggesting a broader pattern of lower property-related offences in the district. Residents may find the 63.6% drop in burglary particularly reassuring, though the rise in bicycle theft highlights a specific vulnerability that warrants attention.

South Holland's crime rate in August 2023 fell to 5.4 per 1,000 residents, a 17.5% decline from July's 6.5 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the district over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 17 crimes per day in August, a figure that remains consistent with seasonal patterns in similar-sized local authorities. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 186 residents during the month. This statistic provides a tangible measure of the likelihood of encountering crime for someone living in South Holland. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reflects local characteristics, such as the prominence of violence and sexual offences compared to other regions. The shift in crime mix from July to August underscores the influence of seasonal factors, particularly the impact of the summer holidays on crime dynamics.