Holbeach Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 7,764, Holbeach recorded 64 crimes in January 2026, translating to a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 20.6% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a gap that persists despite seasonal factors typically associated with reduced crime activity. The breakdown of offences reveals a marked focus on violent and disorderly conduct, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 48.4% of all crimes (31 cases). Anti-social behaviour followed at 21.9% (14 cases), while public order offences contributed 12.5% (8 cases). These patterns contrast with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences are 60% lower, and public order offences are 138% below. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with shorter days and reduced retail activity—may contribute to these trends, as lower footfall in commercial areas could shift criminal activity toward more localized, interpersonal conflicts. The high proportion of violent offences, despite the area's likely rural or semi-rural character, suggests potential underlying factors such as community tensions or limited policing resources. Meanwhile, property crimes like shoplifting and burglary remained relatively low, with shoplifting decreasing by 25% compared to December, reflecting reduced consumer activity during the month. This mix of elevated violent crime and subdued property crime creates a unique challenge for local authorities, requiring tailored strategies to address both immediate safety concerns and long-term prevention.

January 2026 saw stark month-on-month shifts in crime patterns. Public order offences surged by 300% (from 2 to 8), a jump that outpaced all other categories and may reflect seasonal dynamics such as colder weather driving indoor gatherings. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 75% (from 8 to 14), suggesting potential pressure points in community interactions during the post-holiday period. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 25% (from 8 to 6), possibly linked to reduced retail footfall in January. Violence and sexual offences fell by 6.1% (from 33 to 31), though they remained 60% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This contrast between violent crime and property crime highlights a shift in the crime mix, with public order and anti-social behaviour now dominating the landscape. For residents, the 300% spike in public order offences serves as a clear indicator of areas requiring targeted intervention, such as local hotspots or event-related incidents.

Holbeach's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 8.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.3% increase from December's 7.5 per 1,000. This places the area 20.6% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a disparity that remains consistent with prior months. Locally, the monthly crime total of 64 translates to roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low in absolute terms, reflects the small population of 7,764. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 121 residents, a ratio that underscores the relative density of incidents in this built-up area. The population context is critical: with fewer residents compared to larger urban centres, even minor fluctuations in crime rates carry more immediate impact on community perception and policing priorities. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to UK-wide statistics, provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, highlighting the importance of localised data in understanding safety trends.