South Holland Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, South Holland’s crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents positioned it 25.7% below the UK average of 7.4. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 46% of all incidents. These crimes, though 4% below the UK average, may be influenced by the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours, which can alter social dynamics and increase indoor gatherings. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, accounting for 17% of crimes, with a 9% deficit compared to the UK. The area’s lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime—47% and 60% below the UK average respectively—could be attributed to reduced retail footfall and fewer outdoor activities during the winter months. However, the significant increase in weapon possession (400%) raises questions about local tensions or unexplained trends. Seasonal context suggests that January’s crime profile may be shaped by post-Christmas adjustments, with fewer tourists and a shift in community behaviour. The overall crime rate, while modest, highlights the need to balance the area’s generally low-risk profile against specific spikes in categories like weapon-related offences. Residents may find reassurance in the comparatively low rates of property crime, but the sharp rise in one category underscores the importance of targeted awareness. This snapshot of January’s crime picture illustrates how local conditions, combined with national trends, shape the everyday risk landscape for South Holland’s population.

January 2024 saw sharp spikes in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons surged by 400%, rising from 2 to 10 incidents—a jump that could signal heightened tensions or a shift in criminal activity patterns. Vehicle crime increased by 71.4%, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as colder weather affecting car usage or targeted thefts. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 45.3%, though this category remains 9% below the UK average. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 66.7%, likely due to reduced outdoor activity during the winter months. The breakdown shows that violent crimes—accounting for 46% of all incidents—were 4% below the UK average, while shoplifting and vehicle crime were significantly lower nationally. For residents, the most immediate concern may be the rise in weapon possession, which, though small in absolute terms, represents a dramatic proportional increase. This shift contrasts with other categories like public order offences, which fell by 36.7%—a decrease that may reflect targeted policing or seasonal changes in community engagement.

South Holland’s crime rate in January 2024 rose 19.0% from the previous month’s 4.6 to 5.5 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains 25.7% below the UK average of 7.4. Daily crime figures show 18 incidents reported each day, a local metric that contextualises the pace of activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 182 residents—a monthly aggregate that highlights the scale of exposure. This rate, though higher than December’s, still places South Holland among the safer areas nationally. The population context is critical: with 99,298 residents, the absolute number of crimes (546) must be balanced against the area’s size, which dilutes the per-person risk compared to more densely populated regions. The shift from December’s quieter pace to January’s activity may reflect seasonal rhythms, such as post-holiday adjustments or changes in social behaviour during shorter days.