Deeping St James Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 marked a continuation of Deeping St James’ consistently low crime profile, with a total crime rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 85.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a safety record far exceeding national benchmarks. The breakdown of reported crimes highlights anti-social behaviour as the most common category, accounting for 57.1% of incidents (four cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (28.6%) and other theft (14.3%). These figures align with the area’s character as a small built-up community within South Kesteven, where limited commercial activity and lower population density likely contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors in June—longer daylight hours and the onset of summer—typically correlate with increased public activity, yet the area’s crime rate remained stable compared to other months. Anti-social behaviour, while the most frequent category, still sits 51% below the UK average for this category (1.4 per 1,000), suggesting effective local policing or community engagement. Violence and sexual offences, though low, were 90% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), a stark contrast to national trends. The area’s low property crime rate (1 incident) further underscores its distinctiveness, with theft and burglary incidents rare compared to urban centres. This pattern is consistent with Deeping St James’ rural-adjacent setting, where fewer high-traffic areas or commercial hubs reduce exposure to crimes like shoplifting or vehicle-related theft. The overall crime profile illustrates a community where social cohesion and geographic characteristics appear to create a natural deterrent to more severe or frequent criminal activity.

June 2025 saw a marked improvement in Deeping St James’ crime trends, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour both declining significantly compared to May. Violence and sexual offences fell by 77.8% (from nine to two incidents), a drop that may reflect the seasonal shift into summer, when heightened community activity and police presence could deter such crimes. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 33.3% (from six to four cases), though it remained the most common category. The area’s performance against the UK average is striking: anti-social behaviour rates are 51% below the national figure, and violence and sexual offences are 90% below the UK average. These disparities suggest that local factors—such as the absence of nightlife venues or high-density housing—play a role in maintaining lower levels of violent crime. Other theft, while minimal (one incident), still sits 61% below the UK average for this category (0.5 per 1,000), a statistic that may be attributed to the area’s limited retail presence. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp reduction in violent crimes, which could indicate a successful local initiative or a natural seasonal decline in crime during warmer months. However, the persistence of anti-social behaviour as the leading category highlights the need for targeted interventions in community spaces.

The crime rate in Deeping St James for June 2025 (1.2 per 1,000) represents a 65.1% decrease compared to May’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000, a trend that underscores a significant improvement in public safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of zero crimes per day in June, a figure that, while seemingly paradoxical, reflects the small population and low overall crime volume. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 832 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national averages. With a population of 5,821, the area’s crime statistics translate to a resident experiencing a crime roughly once every 832 months—equivalent to a 1-in-1,000 chance per year. This stark contrast to the UK average highlights the unique character of Deeping St James, where the built-up area’s size and location likely limit opportunities for crime. The previous month’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000, while still low, suggests that June’s figures may have been influenced by temporary factors such as seasonal events or targeted policing efforts. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have a significant impact on the area’s statistics, given the small resident base. This context is crucial for residents and local authorities to understand the relative safety of the area, as well as the potential influence of external factors on crime reporting patterns.