South Holland Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in South Holland, 5.9 crimes were reported in January 2026 — a figure 13.2% below the UK average of 6.8. This places the area among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and criminal damage and arson (7.7%). These figures align with January's seasonal context, a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime rates. The rate of violence and sexual offences in South Holland (2.2 per 1,000) was 12% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) was 40% higher than the national average. This discrepancy suggests local factors — such as population density, community dynamics, or policing strategies — may be shaping these patterns. The lower-than-average shoplifting rate (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000) could reflect effective retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the post-Christmas period. While violent crime remains a significant concern, the overall crime rate's proximity to the UK average indicates a balanced approach to public safety that warrants further analysis.

January 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary increasing by 115.4% (13 to 28 incidents) and drugs-related crimes rising by 75% (8 to 14). These increases contrast with a 66.7% drop in robbery (3 to 1) and a 63.6% reduction in 'other crime' (22 to 8). The violent crime category, though still the largest single category, fell by 16% compared to December, possibly reflecting seasonal trends or targeted interventions. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.3 per 1,000, was 40% above the UK average — a figure that may relate to local demographics or environmental factors. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in South Holland (0.2 per 1,000) was 46% below the national average, consistent with lower car ownership rates or effective street lighting in residential areas. The sharp decline in robbery — from three incidents in December to one in January — could indicate successful community policing efforts or temporary changes in criminal activity patterns. For residents, the 47% lower shoplifting rate compared to the UK average (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000) suggests that retail areas in South Holland may have robust security systems or fewer high-traffic zones during the post-holiday period.

The crime rate in South Holland remained stable between December 2025 (5.9 per 1,000) and January 2026 (5.9 per 1,000), showing no significant month-on-month change. Over the course of January, this translated to approximately 19 crimes reported per day — a figure that, while seemingly high, represents a manageable level of daily risk for the area's 99,298 residents. On a monthly basis, the rate equates to one reported crime for roughly every 170 residents, a metric that helps contextualise the scale of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the average for many urban centres, reflecting South Holland's character as a mixed-area district with both rural and suburban elements. The consistency in the overall crime rate between months suggests that local factors — such as policing strategies, community engagement, or environmental design — may be maintaining stability. While daily crime counts provide a snapshot of activity, the monthly exposure figure offers a broader perspective: for a resident, the likelihood of encountering a crime during January was roughly 0.58% (1 in 170), a rate that, while not negligible, is lower than the UK average. This balance between stability and localised variations in specific crime types highlights the importance of targeted interventions in areas with above-average anti-social behaviour or rising drug-related incidents.