South Holland Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2023, South Holland recorded a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-national-average crime levels, though the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct pattern. Violent crimes, including violence and sexual offences, accounted for 43.6% of all reported incidents (217 cases), significantly outpacing property crimes (140 cases). This imbalance suggests a focus on personal safety concerns over economic or asset-related offences. The dominance of violent crime may be linked to seasonal factors: as September marks the transition from summer to autumn, the area experiences the return of students to local universities and the start of the academic year, which can influence social dynamics in town centres and nightlife areas. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (16.5% of total crimes), also fell 40% below the UK average, potentially reflecting effective community policing or a lower density of alcohol-fuelled incidents in public spaces. Property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime remained well below UK rates, with shoplifting at 64% below the national average. This contrast between violent and property crime trends may indicate a combination of local policing strategies, community engagement initiatives, and the area's socio-economic profile, which appears to prioritise addressing interpersonal conflicts over deterring economic crimes.

September 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across South Holland. Public order offences increased by 76.2% month-on-month, rising from 21 to 37 incidents, a jump that may reflect heightened tensions during the university freshers' week or increased foot traffic in town centres. Conversely, robbery incidents plummeted by 80%, dropping from five to one, likely due to enhanced security measures around retail outlets or reduced opportunities during the quieter pre-winter period. Burglary also rose by 33.3% (from 12 to 16 cases), possibly linked to seasonal changes in domestic routines or targeted vulnerabilities in residential areas. The balance between violent and property crime remained stark, with violent crimes comprising 43.6% of total incidents compared to 28.1% for property crimes. This disparity is especially significant when compared to the UK average: violent crime in South Holland is 20% below the national rate for violence and sexual offences, while property-related crimes like shoplifting are 64% below the UK average. Residents may find the 37.5% overall reduction from the UK average reassuring, though the continued emphasis on violent crime suggests that local efforts should remain focused on addressing interpersonal conflicts and public order issues. The sharp decline in bicycle theft (56.3%) from 16 to seven cases could indicate the success of local anti-theft campaigns or improved lighting in cycle parking areas.

South Holland's crime rate in September 2023 (5.0 per 1,000) marked a 6.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.4 per 1,000, indicating a modest but consistent downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 199 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population scale. This translates to approximately 17 crimes per day, a local statistic that highlights the frequency of incidents without direct comparison to UK-wide daily rates. When viewed against the population of 99,298, the 5.0 per 1,000 rate suggests that the area maintains a relatively low crime profile compared to the UK average. The previous month's rate of 5.4 per 1,000 indicates a steady decline in recent months, possibly influenced by ongoing policing initiatives or community engagement efforts. The daily crime count of 17 per day, while seemingly high, is tempered by the area's population density and the distribution of crime types. For instance, violent crimes, which constitute the largest single category, may be more concentrated in specific areas such as town centres or university campuses, whereas property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime are spread more thinly across the district. This suggests that the local crime picture is shaped by both concentrated hotspots and broader community factors, requiring targeted interventions in high-risk areas while maintaining general crime prevention strategies across the district.