Gainsborough Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Gainsborough’s crime profile in September 2025, accounting for 33.1% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 15.0 per 1,000 residents—102.7% above the UK average—this built-up area within West Lindsey faces a starkly elevated risk profile compared to national benchmarks. The dominance of violent crimes, which are 94% above the UK average, suggests a pressing need for community-focused interventions. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, is 191% above the national rate, reflecting potential challenges in managing public order. Shoplifting, though less prevalent than violence, remains 228% above the UK average, possibly linked to the area’s retail activity. Seasonal factors, including the back-to-school period and the transition to shorter evenings, may contribute to increased tensions and incidents. The relatively high proportion of property crimes (36.8%) compared to the UK average highlights a broader vulnerability, though the overall mix of violent and property crimes indicates a multifaceted challenge. While the area’s crime rate remains significantly above the national average, the month’s data underscores the importance of targeted policing and community engagement strategies tailored to local needs.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime rising by 60% (10 to 16) and public order offences increasing by 50% (10 to 15). These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the start of the academic year and increased traffic in residential areas. Conversely, other theft and other crime both fell sharply—by 52.9% and 50% respectively—suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. Violence and sexual offences, which account for 33.1% of all crimes, remain 94% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, is 191% above the national rate, highlighting a pressing local issue. These figures indicate a combination of community dynamics and seasonal influences, with certain categories showing marked volatility.

Gainsborough's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 15.0 per 1,000 residents, a 15.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 17.8. This decline suggests a slight improvement in local safety, though the rate remains significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 11 reported crimes, equating to roughly one crime for every 67 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents, though it does not account for fluctuations in daily activity. When compared to the UK average, Gainsborough’s crime profile reveals stark disparities, particularly in violent and anti-social crimes, which are 94% and 191% above national rates respectively. These figures underscore the need for targeted local initiatives, even as the overall trend shows a modest reduction in crime.