Deeping St James Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

June 2024 saw Deeping St James continue its pattern of exceptionally low crime, with an overall rate of 2.1 crimes per 1,000 residents—74.4% below the UK average of 8.2. This built-up area within South Kesteven, likely a small rural settlement given its low crime figures, reported 12 total crimes, the majority (33.3%) classified as anti-social behaviour. Vehicle crime (16.7%) and other theft (8.3%) followed, with no violent crimes recorded in the category. Seasonal factors may play a role: as June marks the start of summer, longer daylight hours typically correlate with reduced burglary rates, though this area’s low crime profile suggests broader socioeconomic factors at work. Anti-social behaviour remains the dominant category, possibly linked to the area’s character as a close-knit community where minor disputes may escalate into reported incidents. The absence of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 2.8 per 1,000. This suggests Deeping St James’ social fabric may contribute to its safety, though further analysis of local demographics would be needed to confirm. The low vehicle crime rate (0.3 per 1,000) could reflect limited car ownership or fewer high-traffic areas compared to urban centres. While direct causes, the seasonal context of summer aligns with a general trend of reduced property crime, though this area’s figures remain consistently below national averages.

June 2024 marked a 36.8% decrease in Deeping St James’ crime rate compared to May, with several notable shifts in crime types. Violence and sexual offences fell sharply by 75.0% (from 4 to 1), a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This drop may reflect seasonal patterns, as summer months often see reduced domestic disputes. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose 100.0% (from 0 to 1). Anti-social behaviour, the most common category (33.3% of total crimes), was 50% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting community-level interventions or social cohesion may play a role. Vehicle crime (16.7% of total) was 33% below the UK average, linked to the area’s limited retail presence or lower vehicle density. Other theft fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), though this category remains 66% below the UK average. The only crime type exceeding the UK average was 'other crime' (25% above), though with only one incident recorded, this may reflect data anomalies rather than systemic issues. Residents may find the daily crime rate—roughly 0 crimes per day—particularly reassuring, illustrating the area’s continued safety despite minor fluctuations.

Deeping St James’ crime rate in June 2024 (2.1 per 1,000) represents a 36.8% decline from May’s rate of 3.3, a significant shift that underscores the area’s improving safety profile. On a daily basis, the 12 reported crimes spread over 30 days equate to approximately 0 crimes per day, a figure that highlights the rarity of criminal activity in this built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 5,821 residents, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 485 residents illustrates that most residents will go an entire month without encountering a reported crime. This compares favourably to the UK average, where the equivalent monthly exposure would be significantly higher. The stark contrast with national figures—Deeping St James remains 74.4% below the UK average—suggests unique local factors, possibly including its rural character, community policing efforts, or socioeconomic stability. While the 100% increase in criminal damage and arson may raise concerns, the overall trajectory remains overwhelmingly positive. For residents, the data reinforces the area’s reputation as a low-crime environment, with the most common incidents (anti-social behaviour) occurring at rates far below national benchmarks. This comparison reinforces that Deeping St James’ crime picture is not only safe but exceptionally so, with no major crime categories exceeding UK averages except for 'other crime,' which remains statistically insignificant at this scale.