Market Deeping Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Market Deeping, the crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 in October 2024 translates to a daily risk that is far below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, which is 54.3% lower than the national benchmark, suggests that the built-up area within South Kesteven maintains a strong record of safety. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and criminal damage and arson (15.4%). These patterns may be influenced by the town’s character as a market town, where community engagement and smaller population density could contribute to lower rates of property crime. Seasonal factors, such as the darker evenings of October and the proximity of Halloween, may have played a role in the slight increases seen in certain categories, such as shoplifting and criminal damage. However, the overall stability of the crime profile—particularly the consistent gap between local rates and the UK average—indicates that the area’s safety measures and social dynamics are effective in mitigating risk. The low incidence of theft from the person and shoplifting, both of which are 86% and 40% below UK averages respectively, further reinforces the idea that Market Deeping’s crime profile is shaped by its unique local context, where community policing and a slower pace of life may deter more serious offences.

October 2024 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting and other theft, with both categories rising from one incident to two. This uptick, though modest in absolute terms, may be linked to Halloween-related activity or seasonal shopping patterns. Violent crimes remained the most common category, accounting for 42.3% of total incidents, and were 40% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also showed a significant gap, being 46% below the UK average, which may reflect the town’s community-oriented environment. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson increased by 33.3%, influenced by the darker evenings of October, though this category still remained only 2% above the UK average. These shifts illustrate a dynamic interplay between local conditions and broader national trends, with some categories showing resilience despite seasonal changes.

Market Deeping's crime rate in October 2024 dropped by 10.3% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued trend of stability in local safety. This reduction follows a slight fluctuation in earlier months, suggesting that the area’s crime profile remains largely consistent despite seasonal shifts. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately one crime per day during October, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When considering the monthly exposure, over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 273 residents—a statistic that translates to a manageable level of risk for the town’s population. This is particularly notable in a built-up area where community cohesion and smaller population size may contribute to lower crime rates. The daily and monthly metrics highlight that, for residents, the likelihood of encountering crime is significantly lower than the UK average, reinforcing the area’s position as a safer place to live within South Kesteven.