South Holland Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Holland's July 2023 crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents places it 21.7% below the UK average of 8.3, reflecting a consistently safer profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.3% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.5%) and shoplifting (7.7%). These figures align with patterns typical of areas with a mixed urban-rural character, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced violent crime. Seasonal factors in July—such as extended daylight hours, school holidays, and increased tourism—likely influence the mix of offences. For example, shoplifting rates remain 17% below the UK average, possibly linked to fewer retail outlets in smaller towns or effective local deterrents. However, the rise in property-related crimes, particularly vehicle crime and burglary, may reflect seasonal shifts in behaviour, with more outdoor activity and unsecured vehicles during summer months. The data suggests a balance between persistent low-level crime and occasional spikes tied to temporary factors, warranting continued monitoring of trends in specific categories.

July 2023 saw the most dramatic month-on-month change in theft from the person, which doubled from zero to three incidents—a 100% increase. This spike, though small in absolute terms, could signal heightened vulnerability during summer evenings when public spaces are more crowded. Concurrently, vehicle crime and burglary both rose by 83.3%, with 22 and 33 incidents respectively. These increases may be partly explained by the season, as more vehicles remain parked in residential areas during school holidays and festivals. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 20% (from 10 to 8), due to fewer cyclists during the summer or improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained 6% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 8% below national levels, suggesting local initiatives may be effective in managing public order. Possession of weapons—a category typically linked to urban centres—was 25% above the UK average, though only six incidents were recorded, highlighting a minor but distinct local trend.

South Holland's July 2023 crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents represents an 11.1% increase from June's 5.9, indicating a slight upward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 21 crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, reflects the local context of a largely rural district with fewer concentrated hotspots. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average of 1-in-120 residents (based on 8.3 per 1,000). This disparity underscores South Holland's generally safer profile. rise from June suggests the need for vigilance. Population context further illustrates that even with a relatively small number of crimes (646 total), the rate per capita remains significantly below national benchmarks. Residents may find the daily crime count useful for situational awareness, particularly during peak tourism periods when transient populations could temporarily alter local crime dynamics.