South Kesteven Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Kesteven's overall crime rate in December 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 14.3% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safer local authority districts in England. The crime profile shows a clear dominance of violent offences, which accounted for 34.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.7% and shoplifting at 10.7%. While the seasonal context of December—with its long evenings, holiday shopping, and empty homes—typically correlates with increased property crime, the data reveals a contrasting trend. Violent crime, rather than property crime, remains the most prevalent category. This may partly explain the lower-than-UK-average property crime rates, as anti-social behaviour and violence often dominate in areas with mixed urban-rural characteristics. The decrease in burglary rates by 28.6% compared to the previous month could reflect heightened community vigilance during the festive season. The area's crime picture illustrates a combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts, with no single factor fully accounting for the patterns observed.

December 2025 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, including a 40.0% decrease in bicycle theft compared to November, a 28.6% drop in burglary, and a 20.0% decline in possession of weapons. These decreases align with typical seasonal patterns, as the festive period often sees reduced outdoor activity and increased community cohesion. However, some categories showed concerning upward trends: shoplifting increased by 14.5% to 95 incidents, while 'other crime' rose by 34.8% to 31 cases. This shift in crime mix suggests a growing emphasis on non-violent, low-level offences, which may reflect the challenges of enforcing anti-social behaviour laws during the holiday season. The area's violence and sexual offences rate of 2.1 per 1,000—18% below the UK average—highlights effective policing in high-risk areas, though the anti-social behaviour rate of 1.4 per 1,000 (51% above the UK average) indicates persistent challenges in managing public order. Residents might find the 14.3% overall reduction from the UK average reassuring, though the 51% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the national average warrants attention from local authorities.

South Kesteven's crime rate in December 2025 rose by 2.0% compared to November's 5.9 per 1,000.3% below the UK average. This monthly increase is relatively modest, considering the festive season typically sees fluctuations in crime reporting. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 29 crimes per day—a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of crime in local communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This statistic provides context for residents, indicating that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is relatively low. However, the 51% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average suggests that certain types of crime remain concentrated in South Kesteven. With a population of 147,151, the area's crime statistics must be interpreted through the lens of its mixed urban-rural character, where urban centres may experience higher rates of anti-social behaviour while rural areas see more property-related crimes. The contrast between the area's overall safety and specific category discrepancies underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.