Holbeach Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Holbeach’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance aligns with the area’s historical trend of lower crime rates compared to national benchmarks, a position reinforced by its relatively low exposure to property crimes and anti-social behaviour. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.9% of all reported incidents. This category’s rate (3.6 per 1,000) was higher than the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local factors such as the area’s demographic profile or seasonal dynamics during the Easter period. Shoplifting and robbery also featured prominently, with shoplifting at 1.2 per 1,000 (82% above the UK average) and robbery at 0.6 per 1,000 (500% above the UK average). These figures could be influenced by the increased foot traffic associated with Easter, though the absence of a corresponding rise in public order offences suggests that local policing or community measures may have mitigated broader disorder. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour saw a steep 80% decline from the previous month, linked to the temporary nature of seasonal events or targeted interventions. The overall balance between violent and property crimes highlights a combination of local conditions, with violence remaining a key concern despite the area’s generally safer profile compared to the UK. As spring progresses, the impact of weather and holiday-related activity on crime patterns will be critical to monitor.

April 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+125%) and robbery (+100%), both of which were significantly above UK averages. These rises may be linked to the Easter period, when increased foot traffic in retail areas could have created opportunities for theft. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 80% compared to the previous month, reflecting the influence of Easter-related community events or seasonal shifts in public activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 51.9% of all incidents, though their rate (3.6 per 1,000) was 38% above the UK average. This disparity highlights a local challenge in managing violent crime despite the area’s overall safety profile. Residents may find the 80% drop in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it suggests that community initiatives or temporary event-driven factors could have played a role in reducing such incidents.

Holbeach's crime rate in April 2025 fell to 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 12.9% decline from the previous month’s 8.0 per 1,000. This reduction places the area 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a consistent trend that has persisted for several months. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly two crimes per day in April, a figure that aligns with seasonal patterns of lower outdoor activity during early spring. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 144 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK, Holbeach’s lower crime rate is particularly notable in categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which were 62% and 82% below national averages respectively. These figures suggest that local factors—such as community engagement or effective policing—may contribute to the area’s sustained safety compared to broader trends.