Holbeach Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2025, Holbeach recorded a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.1% above the UK average of 7.0. This translates to a risk of encountering crime roughly once every 134 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (56.9% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, each accounting for 13.8% of reported crimes. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and holiday gatherings—likely contributes to the elevated rates of violent crime and retail-related offences. While the area’s built-up nature may explain some patterns, the sharp rise in violence compared to the UK average (67% higher) suggests localized factors, such as increased social interactions during the festive season, could play a role. Property crimes, though lower in absolute terms, remained a concern with shoplifting surging to 1.0 per 1,000 residents, a 75% increase over the UK average. The data underscores the need for targeted measures during peak holiday periods, when public spaces may become more vulnerable to opportunistic crimes.

December 2025 saw a stark rise in shoplifting, with incidents jumping from zero to eight—a 100% increase—potentially linked to the Christmas shopping rush. Violence and sexual offences also surged by 83.3%, climbing from 18 to 33 incidents, a rate 67% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour rose by 14.3%, though it remained slightly above the UK average (8% higher). Categories like vehicle crime and public order offences dropped sharply, with vehicle crime halving (from 2 to 1) and public order offences falling by 50% (from 4 to 2). This contrast highlights shifting patterns, with property-related crimes dominating the increase while violent crime became the most prevalent category. For residents, the surge in shoplifting underscores the need for heightened vigilance in retail areas, particularly during the holiday season. The drop in vehicle crime may reflect reduced parking activity or fewer vehicles on the road during festive closures.

Holbeach’s crime rate in December 2025 (7.5 per 1,000) marked a 31.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.7, reflecting a significant upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 7,764 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents—a metric that contextualizes the impact on a local scale. This monthly exposure rate is particularly relevant for families and individuals planning to stay in the area over the holidays, as it illustrates the likelihood of encountering crime in a community setting. The contrast with the previous month’s lower rate may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic in retail zones or the closure of schools leading to more unoccupied homes. While the overall rate remains within a manageable range, the sharp rise in violent crime compared to the UK average suggests a need for localized interventions during periods of heightened social activity.