South Kesteven Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate South Kesteven’s crime profile in September 2025, accounting for 33.1% of all reported crimes. This category, with 295 incidents, sits 22% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents. The area’s crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents is 17.6% lower than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the district’s mix of rural and semi-rural settlements, where community cohesion and limited urban density often correlate with lower violent crime rates. Anti-social behaviour (24.6% of total crimes) follows closely, though it exceeds the UK average by 28%. This could be linked to the seasonal transition of September, when school and university terms begin, increasing youth-related incidents in local communities. Shoplifting, at 7.9% of total crimes, remains below the UK average by 18%, likely due to the area’s lower retail density compared to major urban centres. The seasonal context of back-to-school activities and the start of university freshers’ week may have contributed to a shift in crime patterns, with public order offences (6.8% of total crimes) rising slightly, though still 26% below the UK average. These trends suggest that while violent crime remains the primary concern, the district’s overall crime profile is shaped by its geographic and demographic characteristics, which likely limit opportunities for property-related offences compared to more densely populated areas.

September 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 57.1% (28 to 44 incidents), a sharp increase that may be attributed to the growing number of vehicles in the area during the back-to-school period and increased traffic in local town centres. Burglary also rose by 41.7% (24 to 34 incidents), though it remains 29% below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 residents. Public order offences increased by 27.1% (48 to 61), potentially reflecting heightened social activity as students return to campuses and local communities adjust to seasonal rhythms. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 77.8% (from 9 to 2 incidents), a stark decline that may indicate effective policing efforts or reduced opportunities for such crimes in the area. Drugs offences fell by 58.8% (from 17 to 7), likely due to targeted interventions or seasonal factors affecting illicit activity. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with certain categories responding strongly to seasonal and demographic changes. Anti-social behaviour remains 28% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing community disorder that warrants continued attention from local authorities.

South Kesteven’s crime rate in September 2025 (6.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 5.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4 per 1,000, indicating a slight improvement in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 30 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average in most categories but highlights the ongoing need for vigilance in specific areas. When compared to the UK average, South Kesteven’s violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) is 22% below the national figure, suggesting that the district’s lower population density and community-focused policing may contribute to this disparity. However, anti-social behaviour remains a concern, with the area’s rate (1.5 per 1,000) 28% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, a gap that may reflect local challenges in managing youth-related incidents during the transition to the academic year. These comparisons provide a nuanced picture of South Kesteven’s crime profile, showing both areas of strength and persistent challenges relative to national trends.