Gainsborough Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gainsborough's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 15.7 per 1,000, a figure 93.8% higher than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark divergence highlights the area’s unique challenges compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (27.3%) and criminal damage and arson (11.9%). These figures suggest a concentration of incidents in categories often linked to public spaces and social interactions, which may be exacerbated by the start of summer and increased foot traffic. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins in nearby coastal and rural areas—could contribute to higher levels of anti-social behaviour and property-related crimes. However, Gainsborough’s built-up character within West Lindsey, likely marked by a mix of residential and commercial zones, may compound these factors. The prominence of violence and sexual offences, significantly above the UK average (103% higher), raises questions about local safety dynamics. While this could be influenced by the area’s demographics or specific environmental factors, direct causation. Similarly, the high rate of anti-social behaviour, 203% above the UK average, may reflect pressures from community interactions or unmet social needs. The seasonal transition into summer, with longer days and warmer weather, may also encourage outdoor activities that increase opportunities for such crimes. These patterns underscore the need for tailored strategies to address Gainsborough’s distinct crime profile, distinct from broader UK trends.

June 2025 saw a 50.0% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 2 to 3 incidents—a sharp upward trend that may reflect summer cycling activity or vulnerabilities in local security measures. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson surged by 41.4%, from 29 to 41 cases, potentially linked to increased social gatherings or seasonal events. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 9.5%, with 127 reported incidents, maintaining their dominance as the most frequent crime category. This growth contrasts with declines in vehicle crime, which dropped by 80.0% (from 5 to 1), and burglary, which fell by 64.3% (from 14 to 5). The latter decreases may indicate effective policing in vehicle-related incidents or seasonal shifts in property crime patterns. Other theft remained slightly below the UK average, at 2% lower, suggesting a minor divergence in this category compared to the national trend.

Gainsborough's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 15.8 per 1,000, a 0.6% decrease from the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 11 crimes per day, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 64 residents. While this figure is specific to Gainsborough, it provides a tangible sense of the local crime environment. The population context reveals that, despite the high rate, the absolute number of crimes (344) is manageable within the town’s 21,974 residents. However, the rate’s stark divergence from the UK average—nearly double the national figure—highlights a persistent challenge for local authorities. This comparison underscores the need for targeted interventions, as the town’s crime profile differs markedly from the broader UK context, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories.