Grantham Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Grantham’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents in May 2025, placing it 8.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This overall rate masks significant variations in crime types, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a standout concern. At 2.2 per 1,000, anti-social behaviour accounted for nearly a third of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. This 55% disparity may reflect the area’s character as a mixed-use town with a blend of residential and commercial zones, where public spaces can become focal points for disorder. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.8 per 1,000, were slightly below the UK average (also 2.8 per 1,000), indicating a balanced trend in violent crime. Shoplifting, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 4% above the UK rate, likely tied to Grantham’s retail presence and tourist attractions. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns: May’s bank holidays and longer evenings could have driven anti-social behaviour, while warmer weather reduced vehicle crime. However, the overall decline in crime compared to April suggests broader positive trends, linked to community initiatives or increased policing during peak activity periods.

May 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 0 to 2 incidents. This sudden spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened outdoor activity during longer evenings. Concurrently, drugs-related crimes rose by 71.4%, from 7 to 12 cases, suggesting potential shifts in local patterns. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80%, dropping from 20 to 4, likely due to reduced car theft opportunities during warmer weather. Anti-social behaviour remained a standout concern, with rates 55% above the UK average. This category, which includes disorder and harassment, accounted for 29.1% of all crimes, underscoring its disproportionate impact on community safety. Residents may find the 55% disparity in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it contrasts sharply with Grantham’s overall lower crime rate.

Grantham's crime rate in May 2025 dropped by 16.5% compared to April, falling from 8.9 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as May’s bank holidays and extended daylight hours may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 11 crimes were reported each day in May, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 134 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. While this statistic does not account for localised spikes in specific crime types, it provides a broad snapshot of risk for residents. The population context is also critical: with 46,262 residents, the 344 total crimes represent a manageable scale, though targeted areas—such as those with high anti-social behaviour—require closer attention.