Deeping St James Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Deeping St James, the crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents in March 2025 translates to a daily risk that is far lower than the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, with the area’s rate being 56.4% below the national figure. This per-capita perspective illustrates that, on average, a resident in Deeping St James faces roughly one in 291 chances of being directly affected by a reported crime over the course of the month. The most common crimes—anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences, and criminal damage—illustrate local challenges that differ from broader trends. Anti-social behaviour, which made up 45% of all incidents, is particularly noteworthy, as its rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 28% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a unique local context. In contrast, violent crimes were 74% below the UK average, indicating a safer environment in this regard. Seasonal factors likely play a role: as March transitions to spring, the lengthening evenings and changing social rhythms may influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and property crime. The small, built-up nature of the area—likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial spaces—may also contribute to these dynamics, with limited public spaces concentrating certain types of incidents. While the overall rate remains low, the spike in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage highlights the need for targeted community engagement, especially during periods of increased social activity. The data also underscores that, despite the rise in some categories, the area’s crime profile remains significantly safer than the national average, a factor that should be considered in local planning and resource allocation.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+125%), criminal damage and arson (+200%), and other crime (+100%) compared to February, reflecting a significant shift in the crime mix. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 45% of all incidents, far exceeding its share in previous months, and was 28% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained 74% below the UK average, suggesting a marked contrast in local dynamics compared to national trends. The rise in criminal damage and arson—from one to three incidents—could be linked to the transition into spring, when increased outdoor activity and longer evenings may influence behaviour. These changes highlight the importance of monitoring seasonal patterns in a small built-up area, where community-specific factors can amplify or mitigate crime trends.

The crime rate in Deeping St James rose by 67% from 2.1 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents between February and March 2025, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day in March, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 291 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in a way that scales to the population size. While this rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the increase from the previous month highlights a shift that warrants attention. The local context—characterised by a small, built-up area within South Kesteven—likely influences these figures, as such communities often experience fluctuations tied to seasonal and social factors. The population-scaled perspective underscores that, despite the rise, the absolute number of crimes remains low relative to the area's size.