Deeping St James Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Deeping St James recorded a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000 (38.4% lower). The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crime, with violent offences accounting for 50% of the total (13 incidents), compared to property crimes at 11.5% (5 incidents). This imbalance suggests a unique local dynamic, where interpersonal conflict or targeted violence may be more prevalent than theft or burglary. Seasonal factors, including the dark evenings of November and events like Bonfire Night, likely contributed to this pattern, as low visibility and community gatherings can sometimes amplify confrontations. The UK comparison further illustrates the area’s relative safety: while violence and sexual offences in Deeping St James (2.2 per 1,000) are 14% below the national average, anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 13% higher, indicating a need for targeted interventions in this category. The low overall crime rate, combined with the dominance of violent crime, may reflect a combination of factors—such as a small, close-knit community where disputes escalate more readily, or a lack of economic opportunities that could drive property crime. However, the absence of a major urban or industrial character in Deeping St James, as indicated by the low rates of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and drugs-related offences (0.2 per 1,000), suggests that the area’s crime profile is shaped more by social interactions than by economic deprivation or infrastructure. This pattern is consistent with rural or semi-rural built-up areas, where community networks and limited anonymity may influence crime types and frequencies. As such, the November data highlights both the strengths and vulnerabilities of Deeping St James’ local environment, offering insights that could inform future policing strategies and community initiatives.

November 2025 marked a dramatic shift in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging 250% compared to October, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in both other theft and vehicle crime, highlights an unexpected rise in non-violent but disruptive criminal activity. Violent crimes, however, remained the dominant category, accounting for 50% of all recorded incidents—nearly double the share of property crimes (11.5%). This imbalance contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 2.6 per 1,000 residents, compared to Deeping St James’ 2.2 per 1,000 (14% below the national rate). The localised nature of these trends suggests seasonal factors, such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have contributed to the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, while the persistent focus on violent crime points to underlying community dynamics that require further attention.

Deeping St James' crime rate in November 2025 rose 85.5% compared to the previous month, climbing from 2.4 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still leaves the area 38.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal a localised pattern: 1 crime was reported per day in November, reflecting a low but consistent presence of criminal activity. When scaled to the area’s population of 5,821, the monthly exposure equates to one reported crime for every 224 residents. This figure underscores the relatively low risk profile of Deeping St James compared to national benchmarks, even as the month-on-month surge suggests temporary spikes in specific crime categories. The absence of a UK-wide daily crime comparison means local figures must be interpreted within the context of the area’s unique demographics and geography, which appear to naturally suppress overall crime levels despite seasonal fluctuations.