Gainsborough Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Gainsborough during July 2025 reveals a striking imbalance, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 32.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.3%) and criminal damage and arson (13.8%). This profile contrasts sharply with the UK average, where such crimes account for a significantly lower proportion of the total. The area's crime rate of 18.8 per 1,000 residents, 118.6% above the UK average of 8.6, underscores a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, with schools out, festivals, and tourism—likely contributes to the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and property crime, as increased foot traffic and extended hours of activity create more opportunities for offences. The dominance of violent crimes suggests a need for targeted policing strategies in high-traffic areas, while the high rate of anti-social behaviour may indicate challenges in managing community spaces during the summer months. The data also highlights the presence of criminal damage and arson, which is 326% above the UK average, potentially linked to the area's built-up environment and the seasonal focus on outdoor events. These patterns, combined with the overall crime rate, illustrate a community grappling with both immediate and systemic issues that require coordinated responses from local authorities and residents alike.

July 2025 saw a 700% surge in vehicle crime, jumping from one to eight incidents, likely linked to increased summer traffic and outdoor events. Burglary rates also rose sharply by 180%, from five to 14 cases, a shift that may reflect heightened opportunities during school holidays. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 33.3%, possibly due to seasonal changes in cycling patterns or improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remain high, at 101% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 197% above the national rate, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. Theft from the person, though rising by 100%, remains 33% below the UK average, indicating a combination of local factors influencing specific crime types.

Gainsborough's crime rate in July 2025 rose 19.8% from 15.7 per 1,000 in June, reflecting a marked upward trend. This increase aligns with the peak summer season, when tourism and outdoor events typically heighten activity in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks a direct UK-wide counterpart due to regional variations in population density and policing priorities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 53 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the population of 21,974. This monthly exposure rate, though not directly comparable to UK-wide metrics, highlights the need for localized strategies to address recurring crime patterns. The shift from June to July also reveals a notable change in the balance between property and violent crimes, with violent offences maintaining a strong presence despite the seasonal context.