Holbeach Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Holbeach's overall crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 21.9% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a relatively stable environment compared to the national trend, though the local crime picture is shaped by specific patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.9% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.9%) and public order offences (9.1%). These rates are consistent with the area's built-up character, where concentrated populations and public spaces may contribute to higher incidents of interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of November — marked by shorter evenings, the approach of Bonfire Night, and the peak of Black Friday shopping — likely influenced crime patterns. For example, the rise in 'other crime' (9.1% of total) may reflect unreported theft or minor incidents exacerbated by increased foot traffic during shopping events. However, the area's lower rate of property crime compared to the UK average (property crimes make up only 20.3% of the total in Holbeach, compared to a higher share nationally) suggests that local measures, such as community policing or targeted crime prevention efforts, may be effective. The seasonal shift in lighting and activity levels may also explain the decline in violent crime, as darker evenings could deter some forms of aggression. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with higher vehicle crime rates, which doubled in November, and consider securing vehicles during the holiday shopping period.

November 2025 saw a significant 100% increase in vehicle crime, burglary, and 'other crime' compared to October, marking a sharp rise in these categories. This surge contrasts with a 33.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 27 to 18 incidents. The drop in violent crime may be partly explained by the shorter evenings typical of November, which could reduce opportunities for such incidents. However, the rise in vehicle crime could be linked to increased traffic during the Black Friday shopping period. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 46.2%, from 13 to 7 incidents, suggesting a potential reduction in community tensions or improved policing efforts. 'other crime' — which includes offences not classified under standard categories — saw a 100% increase, reaching four incidents, a figure that is 212% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This anomaly may warrant closer attention from local authorities, as it could indicate unaddressed vulnerabilities in the area's crime prevention strategies.

Holbeach's crime rate in November 2025 fell to 5.7 per 1,000 residents, a 24.1% decrease from the previous month's 7.5 per 1,000. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, with crime rates 21.9% lower than the national figure. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate. When scaled to the population, this translates to one crime occurring for every 176 residents over the course of the month, a ratio that suggests a safer environment compared to many similar-sized areas. The drop in the overall rate aligns with a broader trend of reduced violent crime, particularly in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 33.3% month-on-month. This shift may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and the absence of major holidays during November, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the increase in vehicle crime, burglary, and other crime highlights the need for continued vigilance in specific areas of the community.