South Kesteven Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate South Kesteven’s crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 34% of all reported incidents. This category’s rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents is 22% below the UK average of 2.6, a striking deviation from national trends. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents places it 19.2% below the UK’s 7.3, reflecting a consistently lower-than-average burden of criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common offence, accounts for 22.7% of crimes but exceeds the UK average by 23%, a contrast that may partly reflect the district’s mix of urban and semi-rural communities where public spaces are more densely used. Shoplifting, at 0.6 per 1,000, is 5% below the UK average, likely influenced by the retail sector’s seasonal lull in November, though Black Friday shopping may have introduced temporary spikes in high-street activity. The data suggests a pattern where violent crime remains a focus area, while property crime rates are broadly aligned with or slightly below national benchmarks. November’s darker evenings and Bonfire Night events may have contributed to increased reports of anti-social behaviour, though the exact link requires further analysis. The area’s lower crime rates compared to the UK average could be tied to its relatively stable demographics and limited exposure to high-risk environments typical of larger urban centres.

November 2025 saw a 150% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This sharp rise may be linked to colder weather driving more cyclists to use their bikes for commuting, though the overall rate remains 100% below the UK average. Drug-related offences surged by 90%, increasing from 10 to 19, a trend that could reflect seasonal changes in illicit activity or targeted policing efforts. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 42% (from 69 to 40), due to reduced parking congestion during the month or improved security measures at car parks. Robbery rates dropped by 46.2% (from 13 to 7), a decline that may be partly attributable to lower foot traffic in commercial areas during the post-Christmas shopping period. Anti-social behaviour, while 23% above the UK average, showed no significant month-on-month change, suggesting persistent challenges in managing public spaces. The crime mix remains skewed towards violent and anti-social offences, with property crimes collectively accounting for 48% of all incidents, a balance that contrasts with the UK’s higher proportion of property-related crimes.

South Kesteven’s crime rate in November 2025 (5.9 per 1,000) is stable compared to the previous month’s 5.8, reflecting minimal seasonal volatility. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 29 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 170 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while relatively low, underscores the need for sustained community engagement to address persistent issues like anti-social behaviour. The population context reveals that South Kesteven’s 147,151 residents experience a crime rate that is 19.2% below the UK average, a gap that may be attributed to the district’s lower population density and more dispersed urban structure compared to densely populated regions. While the area’s violent crime rate is below national levels, the 23% surplus in anti-social behaviour relative to the UK average highlights a unique challenge tied to local community dynamics. These figures suggest that South Kesteven’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of geographic factors and seasonal rhythms, requiring targeted interventions that balance the reduction of violent crime with the management of public order issues.