Grantham Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Grantham's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a distinct mix of violent and property crimes, with violent offences dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.6% of all crimes, significantly above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour followed closely at 22.6%. This imbalance suggests a local context where interpersonal conflicts or social tensions may play a role. Shoplifting, though lower than December's 61 cases, remained elevated at 41 incidents—58% above the UK rate—potentially tied to post-holiday retail activity. The seasonal context of January, with shorter days and reduced footfall, may partly explain the lower volume of outdoor crimes compared to other months. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons (3 cases) and burglary (12 cases) contrasts with this trend, indicating possible spikes in targeted or opportunistic crimes. The built-up area's character—likely a mix of urban and rural elements—may contribute to this duality, with higher population density in certain zones driving anti-social behaviour and property crime, while isolated areas could see different patterns. The overall rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents, 19.1% above the UK average, underscores the need for tailored local strategies. While the post-holiday period typically sees a dip in retail-related crimes, the persistence of violence and anti-social behaviour suggests underlying social or economic factors that require further analysis. This mix of crime types illustrates a community grappling with both immediate public safety concerns and broader systemic challenges.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in possession of weapons (+200%), burglary (+140%), and theft from the person (+100%), while shoplifting fell by 32.8%. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with 38.6% of all crimes—24% above the UK average—highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Anti-social behaviour also surged, at 94% above the UK rate, potentially linked to post-holiday social patterns. Conversely, other theft and vehicle crime fell below UK averages, possibly reflecting effective local deterrents or reduced foot traffic during colder months. Residents might find the 32.8% drop in shoplifting notable, as it could indicate seasonal retail patterns or improved security measures in local stores.

Grantham's crime rate in January 2026 remained stable compared to December 2025, with a -0.7% decrease from 8.2 to 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in local crime patterns over the holiday-to-post-holiday transition. Locally, 12 crimes were reported daily on average, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 crime for every 123 residents. When scaled to Grantham's population of 46,262, this means roughly 376 crimes occurred across the built-up area. While this rate is 19.1% above the UK average, the daily figure provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is elevated, it remains relatively low in absolute terms, with most residents not encountering crime on a regular basis.