Grantham Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Grantham’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 23.8% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy, while significant, is not uniform across crime categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31% of all crimes, with 149 incidents recorded—a rate of 3.2 per 1,000, 13% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 24.1% of total crimes (116 cases) at 2.5 per 1,000, 72% above the UK rate. These figures suggest a pronounced challenge in managing public order, likely tied to Grantham’s status as a market town with a mix of retail, tourism, and residential areas. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays and longer evenings—may have amplified social interactions in public spaces, potentially contributing to the rise in anti-social behaviour and violence. Shoplifting, at 10.6% of total crimes (51 cases), also exceeded the UK average by 72%, aligning with the presence of high streets and retail hubs in the built-up area. While property crimes (150 cases) and violent crimes (149 cases) were nearly equal, the latter’s higher rate compared to the UK average indicates a need for targeted interventions in sectors such as nightlife and public venues. This data illustrates a community grappling with localized pressures, where the interplay of geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms shapes the crime profile.

Robbery incidents in May 2024 saw a staggering 600% increase compared to April, jumping from one to seven cases. This sharp rise, though based on a small absolute number, signals a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime, with 116 incidents recorded—72% above the UK average. This category’s elevated rate may partly explain the town’s overall higher-than-national crime profile. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes fell by 60% (from 20 to 8), and possession of weapons dropped by 85.7% (from seven to one), indicating possible successes in targeted policing efforts. Bicycle theft rose by 75% (from eight to 14), a trend consistent with the town’s growing cycling infrastructure and potential vulnerabilities in securing bikes in public spaces.

Grantham’s crime rate in May 2024 remained stable at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity. Locally, this translates to approximately 16 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while routine, underscores the persistent nature of crime in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 46,262 people. Compared to the UK average, Grantham’s rate remains 23.8% higher, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as the town’s retail presence or demographic composition. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is stable, the absolute number of crimes continues to outpace national trends, warranting a closer look at underlying patterns.