Holbeach Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Holbeach recorded a crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 56.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked a significant shift in the local crime profile, with violent crimes (13 incidents) surpassing property crimes (10 incidents) for the first time this year. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 48.2% of all reported crimes, while shoplifting and anti-social behaviour followed at 14.8% and 11.1% respectively. This balance between violent and property crime contrasts with typical patterns in similar rural areas, where property crime often dominates. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—introduced variables that may have influenced these dynamics. Tourism, which typically elevates shoplifting in coastal or tourist-heavy regions, did not manifest strongly here, though the month’s empty homes during school holidays could have heightened burglary risks. However, burglary remained exceptionally low, with only one incident reported, a rate 71% below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, with Holbeach’s built-up area status contributing to lower burglary rates compared to more isolated rural locations. The dominance of violent crime in August may reflect heightened social activity during holidays, though this remains speculative without further data on specific incidents.

August 2023 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, the only category to rise month-on-month, while criminal damage and arson fell by two-thirds. This shift in crime mix—violent crimes outnumbering property crimes—contrasts with earlier months and highlights a potential seasonal influence. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.7 per 1,000 residents, remained 36% below the UK average for that category, suggesting Holbeach’s built-up area may have mitigated risks typically associated with more densely populated regions. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 72% below the UK average, a figure that could reflect Holbeach’s relatively small population and low levels of public congestion. For residents, the daily crime rate of one incident per day (27 crimes over 31 days) provides a tangible reference point, though this remains far below the national average. The absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary during August, despite the holiday season, may indicate effective local crime prevention measures or a low population density that limits opportunities for such offences. These trends underscore the need for continued monitoring of violent crime patterns, which now constitute nearly half of all reported incidents.

Holbeach’s crime rate in August 2023 (3.5 per 1,000) represented a 40% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as August’s lower population density during school holidays may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 288 residents, a figure that contextualises the low overall rate within the local population. On a daily basis, Holbeach experienced approximately one crime per day, a statistic that, while modest, reflects the area’s status as a built-up region within a rural district. When compared to the UK average, Holbeach’s residents face a crime risk that is 56.8% lower, a disparity that highlights the area’s unique characteristics. The low incidence of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and other property crimes, despite the holiday season, suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or property security measures—may be contributing to this trend. These figures provide residents with a clear understanding of their relative safety, though they also necessitate ongoing attention to the growing share of violent crime, which now accounts for nearly half of all incidents. The comparison with the previous month and national averages reinforces the importance of maintaining current safety initiatives while addressing the emerging focus on violent crime prevention.