The total recorded crimes in St Thomas', Boston, UK in March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Thomas' crime rate of 13.66 per 1,000 population.
It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around St Thomas', encompassing approximately 1,244 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of St Thomas', we need to analyze St Thomas' crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Boston:
In 2024, St Thomas' demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Boston average, with 223 crimes compared to 566.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Thomas' recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.
In 2023, St Thomas' had fewer crimes than the Boston average, with 163 crimes compared to 394. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Thomas' recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Boston, St Thomas' has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the St Thomas' has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 13.66 ranking 11th out of 14 in the Boston, UK
In 2024, the total St Thomas' crimes were 223. The crime rate of St Thomas' in 2024 was 179.20 (year) or 14.93 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Boston.
In 2023, the total crimes in St Thomas' were around 163 crimes with yearly crime rate of 130.99 (year) or 10.92 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Boston.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Boston) | Crimes | Rank (Boston) | Crimes | Rank (Boston) | |
| Trinity | 81 | 2 | 1,324 | 1 | 932 | 1 |
| Station | 98 | 1 | 1,279 | 2 | 780 | 3 |
| Witham | 68 | 4 | 1,154 | 3 | 832 | 2 |
| Skirbeck | 70 | 3 | 893 | 4 | 544 | 4 |
| Kirton and Frampton | 29 | 9 | 518 | 7 | 436 | 5 |
| Wyberton | 46 | 6 | 625 | 5 | 428 | 7 |
| Staniland | 67 | 5 | 562 | 6 | 436 | 6 |
| Fenside | 38 | 7 | 448 | 9 | 305 | 8 |
| Fishtoft | 28 | 10 | 488 | 8 | 271 | 9 |
| Five Village | 33 | 8 | 225 | 12 | 181 | 12 |
| Swineshead and Holland Fen | 16 | 12 | 247 | 10 | 196 | 10 |
| Old Leake and Wrangle | 16 | 13 | 239 | 11 | 183 | 11 |
| Coastal | 12 | 14 | 195 | 14 | 142 | 14 |
| West | 9 | 15 | 70 | 15 | 79 | 15 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).
In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (26 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 42 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 8 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 6 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 5 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 6 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
A total of 38 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 7 |
| January 2025 | 5 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 4 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| April 2024 | 3 |
A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 4 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
A total of 106 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 7 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 7 |
| October 2024 | 10 |
| September 2024 | 5 |
| August 2024 | 4 |
| July 2024 | 8 |
| June 2024 | 26 |
| May 2024 | 21 |
| April 2024 | 11 |
A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
A total of 1 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the St Thomas' postcode area is presented below.