Market Deeping Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Market Deeping's February 2026 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents places it 56.2% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, marking it as one of the nation's safest built-up areas. This stark contrast with the national picture is evident across multiple crime categories, where local rates remain consistently lower. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all recorded crimes (10 incidents), yet this rate (1.4 per 1,000) is 40% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents, 25% of total) also fell 23% below the UK average (0.9 per 1,000), while criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) were 35% below the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. The area's low property crime rate—only 25% of total crimes—reflects its rural character and limited urban density, which may reduce opportunities for theft and burglary. Seasonal factors likely influenced the data, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have shifted crime patterns toward indoor incidents. The absence of significant property crime spikes, despite the 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, suggests that the area's social dynamics and community policing efforts are effective in mitigating more severe offences. This alignment with national trends in violent crime reduction, while maintaining a strong safety record, positions Market Deeping as a model for rural crime prevention strategies.

February 2026 revealed stark shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and vehicle crime doubling (from 0 to 2). This increase in anti-social behaviour, despite a 44.4% drop in violence and sexual offences, suggests a possible reallocation of offender activity. Violence and sexual offences remain significantly below the UK average (40% below), while anti-social behaviour is 23% below the national rate. The 50% decrease in other theft (from 2 to 1 incident) contrasts with the sharp rise in vehicle crime, highlighting an unusual imbalance in property-related offences. For residents, the 150% jump in anti-social behaviour is a key indicator, as it may reflect seasonal factors such as increased indoor gatherings during winter. The data also shows that Market Deeping's violent crime rate (1.4 per 1,000) remains well below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000, a gap that has widened since last year.

Market Deeping's crime rate in February 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents) marked a 37.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the UK's safest built-up areas, with a rate 56.2% below the national average of 6.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 1 crime was reported over the 28-day period, a figure that aligns with the area's low population density and rural character. Monthly exposure calculations show that over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 355 residents—a statistic that underscores the area's consistent safety record. This is particularly notable when compared to UK-wide figures, where the average resident faces a significantly higher risk. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Market Deeping's crime prevention measures, combined with its geographic isolation, likely contribute to its lower-than-average rates. These trends suggest a stable environment where community-focused policing and limited urban density may play a role in sustaining low crime levels.