South Holland Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

South Holland’s crime rate in May 2023 (4.4 per 1,000 residents) marked a significant 45% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in England and Wales, a trend that has persisted for several years. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.3%) and criminal damage and arson (10.2%). These figures align with South Holland’s character as a largely rural district, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to lower rates of property crime and public order offences compared to urban counterparts. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests a need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of young people or social hubs. Seasonal factors, such as longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking, likely influenced the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which were 55% and 59% below the UK average respectively. Despite these challenges, the overall crime rate’s consistency with historical data indicates that local policing strategies and community engagement efforts have likely played a role in maintaining this lower-than-average profile.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Theft from the person increased by 100%, rising from zero to two incidents—a stark anomaly requiring further scrutiny. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 75%, from four to one, potentially linked to seasonal changes or targeted community efforts. Anti-social behaviour rose by 11.5%, a trend consistent with the area’s documented pattern of increased outdoor socialising during longer evenings. Violent crimes, however, remained 42% below the UK average, with 1.6 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.8. This contrast highlights South Holland’s unique crime profile, where property crimes and public order offences are lower than the UK average, yet violence remains a persistent concern. For residents, the sharp rise in theft from the person serves as a timely reminder to remain vigilant during public events or gatherings.

South Holland’s crime rate in May 2023 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 20.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued reduction in criminal activity, though the pace of decline has slowed compared to earlier months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 14 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 225 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of criminal activity relative to the local population. With South Holland’s population at 99,298, this monthly exposure translates to a manageable frequency for most residents, though targeted areas or demographics may experience higher concentrations of specific crimes. The comparison to the UK average highlights the area’s relative safety, but it also underscores the need to address the few categories—such as violence and anti-social behaviour—that remain represented compared to national trends.